Fund Accountant
Cambridge CB5 8AB / Hybrid Working
(minimum 3 days/week) with occasional travel to our London office required.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Amadeus Capital Partners, a global venture capital firm, is seeking a Fund Accountant to play a pivotal role in our finance team. Supporting the Senior Fund Accountant, your responsibilities will develop across tax, financial accounting, fund reporting and fund management and you will bring a strong data analytics focus to our fund operations. This is a rare opportunity to join a VC firm where you operate at the intersection of finance, technology, and innovation, giving you the exposure to exciting high-growth companies and to build partnerships with experienced investment professionals.
This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with at least 1-2 years post-qualification experience (PQE), potentially making a first move from audit or looking to broaden their exposure within the venture capital industry.
We're looking for someone with excellent communication skills, a proactive mindset and someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, small team environment. You will bring an analytical mindset, superb data analysis skills – be highly proficient in Excel, and combine this with a demonstrated ability to quickly learn and work effectively with financial systems.
This is a full-time role (5 days/week).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As Fund Accountant your core responsibilities will include:
Financial Accounting & Fund Reporting
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Preparing accurate and timely quarterly fund management accounts and audited statutory accounts.
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Producing and maintaining track records.
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Reviewing valuations of portfolio companies and participating in quarterly valuation meetings
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Preparing and distributing relevant financial reporting to investors.
General fund management
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Preparing and issuing draw down and distribution notices to fund investors; monitoring collection and payment with the Finance Assistant.
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Assisting with portfolio and exit summaries for presentations, including investor day (AGM).
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Responding to information requests from investors.
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Liaising with auditors, lawyers and bankers at the fund level.
Tax
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Assisting with the production of annual UK & US tax returns and subsequent distribution to our Investors
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Working on matters relating to M&A taxation
Transaction & Portfolio Support
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Support the Head of Finance and Senior Fund Accountant on sales of quoted stock.
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General ad hoc portfolio support where required
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Ad-Hoc & Project Involvement
The above list is not exhaustive and ad hoc tasks and project involvement will be expected.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
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Fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) - ideally 1-2+ years PQE, with experience in audit, fund accounting, or related fields
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Highly proficient in Excel, data analysis and financial systems; experience with analytics tools is a significant plus.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to quickly absorb new, often complex numerical information and to question, interpret and present financial data clearly and insightfully.
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A high level of attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
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A keen interest in technology and/or the venture capital ecosystem and a willingness to engage with the business
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Organised and able to multi-task and keep abreast of moving pieces, managing multiple deadlines
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Excellent communication skills, a friendly team player, who can collaborate across teams and partner at all levels
To apply please visit our website via the link and submit your CV online