SENIOR FUND ACCOUNTANT PRIVATE EQUITY

Our client is a fund administration company and is currently looking for a SENIOR FUND ACCOUNTANT to join their Private Equity Funds team. They offer a young, dynamic, and international corporate atmosphere as well as the benefit of customized training adapted to your needs throughout your career.

 

The purpose of this position is to carry out routine day-to-day accounting of fund structures under the direction of a Financial Reporting Manager.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

 

·        Bookkeep a complex range of funds, management companies and associated fund structures and liaise with clients and intermediaries as necessary

·        Complete all aspects of accounting matters for a portfolio of fund structures, including the preparation, reconciliation and proofing of investor reports, statutory financial statements, and ad-hoc investor queries

·        Deal with the completion of routine audit queries

·        Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide supporting documentation evidencing transactions

 

YOUR PROFILE:

 

·        You are degree level educated in a relevant area such Finance, Accounting or Economics; 

·        You have between 2 and 5 years of relevant experience in the fields of fund administration.

·        You have knowledge of fund industry, valuation, and accounting;

·        A basic knowledge in accounting for investment products, experience of closed ended funds in the real estate private equity or debt space will be considered as an asset;

·        The candidate will be expected to be studying towards a relevant professional qualification (preferably having commenced ACCA Fundamental Skills level or ACCA Professional level)

·        Some technical financial services knowledge (to be supported through the Aztec Academy)

·        Computer literacy skills are essential

 

 

We will provide the training, both in house for relevant technical knowledge and also professional qualifications to enhance your professional development. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do.