Senior Fund Accountant

At Aztec, we provide talented and dynamic individuals with the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

We’re an ambitious company, committed to building long-term partnerships with our clients and delivering operational excellence at every stage of their fund’s lifecycle. 

Our culture is what makes us a standout place to work. Our people are at the heart of our business: putting clients first; delivering service excellence; working as one team; building lasting connections and embodying our values and purpose. 

Join our journey and discover what makes us the bright alternative.

About the role:
 

Reports to the Fund Accounting Manager - Private Credit

As a Senior Fund Accountant, you will complete the fund accounting deliverables for a diverse portfolio of loan-focused investment structures.

What you'll be doing

• Prepare the reporting deliverables for a portfolio of debt funds, portfolio companies, and related structures.

• Prepare/review loan transactions, general ledger entries, and financial statements.

• Support capital event processing including preparing the allocation files and notices for capital calls and distributions.

• Maintain accurate records in the relevant accounting system (predominantly eFront FIA), particularly for key financial statement line items.

• Work with the loan servicing group to ensure proper recording of loan activity.

• Provide support for audit queries and routine requests.

• Monitor client mailbox, ensuring queries are responded to accurately and in a timely manner.

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and proposing automation or standardization opportunities.

What we're looking for

• Relevant degree in accounting or finance (Bachelor’s or Master’s).

• Demonstrable understanding of accounting and reporting deliverables for close end funds (e.g. private credit, private equity).

• Experience preparing/reviewing fund financial statements, capital event notices, and calculating carried interest and fund performance.  

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Competent computer literacy and fluency in English.

• Understanding of fund structures and accounting for loan components (e.g., PIK interest, cash interest) is desirable.

• Proficiency in eFront or similar fund accounting platforms is advantageous.

• Progression towards a professional qualification (MBA, CPA preferred) is beneficial.

Aztec 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.