Senior Fund Accountant

Location: London (or flexible UK-based) 6 month FTC
Employment Type: Full-time

An established and growing private equity platform is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to join its finance team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of mid-market investment strategies, supporting the financial management and reporting of multiple funds.

You will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining robust controls, and supporting investor and regulatory requirements. The position involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external advisors across multiple jurisdictions.

• Oversee day-to-day fund accounting operations across several private equity structures
• Account for investment transactions, including acquisitions and realisations
• Review management fee and carried interest calculations in line with fund documentation
• Prepare quarterly accounts, capital statements, and internal reporting packs
• Support investor activity, including capital calls and distributions
• Lead preparation of annual financial statements under relevant GAAP (e.g. UK, US, Luxembourg)
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, legal teams, and other external stakeholders
• Assist with tax reporting and regulatory compliance requirements
• Provide data and analysis to support investment activity
• Respond to investor and internal queries in a timely manner
• Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and system implementations

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
• 3-5 years' post-qualified experience within private equity or alternative asset management
• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Advanced Excel and general IT proficiency
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Understanding of relevant regulatory and compliance requirements

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