Fund Accountant

Fund Accountant

Overview:

I am recruiting a Fund Accountant for a growing, well-funded distressed credit fund manager based in Central London. You will focus on Fund Accounting and Product Control, but because you will be joining a small, close-knit team you will get exposure to all aspects of fund finance.

You must have at least 5 years of post-qualified experience and possess a good working knowledge of funds, whether from practice or industry.

Key responsibilities:

· Fund Accounting and Product Control

· Assist with tax and audit cycles

· Production of the daily portfolio reports; liaising with the Fund Administrator and custodians on a daily basis

· Reporting to investors and other key stakeholders

· Daily operations and accounting responsibilities including reconciliations of cash and positions

· Month-end NAV calculation process (PE style waterfall)

· Fund expenses and allocations

Skills and experience:

· Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA preferred) with fund accounting experience for partnership, corporate structures and special purpose vehicles

· Knowledge of the operations function for credit instruments, particularly loans and distressed assets

· Understanding of valuations of private instruments

· Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Core characteristics:

· Ability to learn quickly and work independently

· High integrity and strong ethics

· Humble, respectful and honest

· A problem solver, inquisitive and curious

Central London (West end) office - Hybrid working.