Financial Accountant, Private Debt Fund

Virginia Tech; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial firm in central London is seeking a newly qualified accountant to join their finance function. This broad role includes preparation of management accounts, reconciliations, supporting audits, and tax submissions. Ideal candidates will have a qualification in ACA, ACCA or CIMA, and prior experience in accounting is preferred. If you're a motivated individual looking to transition from practice to industry, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Experience from a mid-tier accounting firm is preferable.
• Industry experience in investment businesses is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Prepare VAT returns and corporate tax returns.
• Support year-end audits and prepare audit files.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

Our client is a private investment firm based in central London. With over £3bn AUM, this business is in growth mode and are keen to add to their Finance function. We are seeking a newly/recently qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) to perform a very broad role within the corporate accounting team.

The Role

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Reconcile member accounts and maintain investment and capital registers.
• Consolidation adjustments for group companies
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records and account for all transactions.
• Issue invoices to related parties and external entities.
• Manage payment processes, including fund recharge settlements.
• Review and prepare distribution notices
• Review fund models and update firm forecasts
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and corporate tax returns.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and oversee cash flow management.
• Support year-end audits, including preparation of audit files and responding to auditor queries.

Requirements

• You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• You are very likely to be coming from a mid-tier accounting firm seeking your first role post-practice
• Industry experience would also be very welcome, especially if you are working for an investment business
• Able to work well within a small team
• Have excellent all round interpersonal skills