Job Description
Our client, a global Fund Services provider and leader in cloud-based fund administration services and software for the alternative investment industry, currently has several opportunities for experienced Fund Accountants ideally with a strong background in accounting for alternative investment funds, with a focus on Private Markets (Private Debt, Private Equity and Hedge Fund clients). Depending on your level of experience, there are roles available at Associate Manager and Manager level, and both are client focused roles. There are roles in both London and Dublin locations.
Responsibilities are varied including:
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o Providing the accounting and reporting function within this growing private markets client base.
o Managing the client deliverables and coordinating with different internal departments in multiple jurisdictions to ensure deadlines are met.
o Overseeing the maintenance of client general ledgers and other records.
o Reviewing and preparing NAV calculation, audited and unaudited financial statements, partner capital statements, management fee calculation, drawdowns, distributions and the underlying work papers.
o Acting as one of the daily points of contact for clients, preparing appropriate material and responses for client meetings and other requests.
o Coordinating, supporting and facilitating the external audit process and other 3rd party reporting.
o Networking and communicating across Private Markets and associated internal and external businesses, interacting with Risk and Controls, Legal, Implementations and Sales.
Required Experience and qualifications:
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o Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field with industry / accounting qualifications preferred (ACCA, CA, CAIA, CFA, CIMA).
o Minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience in accounting (manager level requires at least 5 – 8 years’), with a focus on alternative investment funds, specifically Private Markets.
o Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, general ledgers, financial statements; and knowledge of Private markets, net asset value calculations, capital activities etc.
o Strong interpersonal and client skills
o High level of professionalism when dealing with clients, investors and colleagues.
o Ideally demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to multi-task.
o Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel skills.
o Team player and enthusiastic / flexible attitude.
Apply now if you fit the criteria and are keen to progress your career within Private Markets Fund Accounting at a well-reputed, global firm. This is a hybrid role with 1 to 2 days per week in the office.
Please note that due to the high volume of applicants responding to our adverts we are regrettably not able to feedback on all applications; only successful candidates will be contacted