This London based Fund Controller position is with an established financial services business. Description The responsibilities of the successful candidate for this position will include: Act as first point of contact for the fund administrator and investment directors relating to finance matters for investment vehicles within the allocated portfolio. Develop and maintain strong relationships with local fund administrators to ensure effective fund reporting in accordance with the agreed service level agreement. In conjunction with the fund administrators: Ensure accurate and timely delivery of management accounts and financial reporting for certain of the LPs Monitor future cash forecasts, and optimise the movement of cash between portfolio companies, investment vehicles and LPs / investors Validate investor drawdown and distribution notices Supervise the preparation of annual tax returns and coordinate the annual audit process for the fund investment entities you are responsible for and work with administrator and accountants / auditors to ensure returns and audits are delivered efficiently Manage company secretarial functions (e.g. organising and recording board meetings for investment approvals, drawdowns / distributions, changes to directorships, approval of accounts, etc.) and ensure records are kept up to date. Liaise with tax, legal advisers and auditors as required - ensuring investment teams provide appropriate support to such advisers. Work closely with the investment team (and portfolio companies as required) to become aware of finance and administration queries between portfolio companies and the fund administrators / investors / Limited Partners, and ensure timely resolution Collaborate with the investment team during post-completion process Present financial analysis to Directors of investment vehicle companies and other senior management. Support Compliance Officer and Risk Manager in compliance activities Supporting the FinOps team in maintaining financial records, reports and adhoc analysis as and when required. Profile The successful candidate will have the following background: Qualified accountant (ideally ACA) Technically strong, with private equity / limited partnership fund structure experience, having worked in a fund accounting/control position Ability to understand and evaluate investment fund and company financial statements and accounts Strong financial analysis skills Able to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Quickly able to inspire confidence and trust from senior team members, and key stakeholders Job Offer Attractive salary, bonus, and benefits as well as a fantastic team.