Fund Accountant

ACCA Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ACCA study support

Flexible holidays + birthday leave

Mentoring program

Social committees across offices

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Share Plan

Job summary

Alter Domus in London is seeking a Fund Accountant to service a portfolio of alternative asset clients. You will work as part of a team to deliver accurate bookkeeping, management accounts, and financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS, supporting audits and regulatory processes.

The role emphasizes client service, initiative, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. A-Level or University degree is expected, with encouragement to pursue ACCA/ACA.

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level or University Degree; degrees in finance or accounting preferable but not mandatory.
• Candidates with relevant accounting/finance experience welcome; graduates considered for first roles.
• Studying or prepared to study ACCA/ACA or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist bookkeeping and reporting of funds and fund structures.
• Prepare management accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS.
• Support annual audit process and fund capital calls, distributions, subscriptions, redemptions.
• Serve as point of contact for clients, banks, lawyers, accountants and tax advisors.
• Assist with Know Your Customer and Client Due Diligence filings.
• Process client payments on bank platforms and monitor KPIs.
• Support Fund-related regulatory and compliance processes.

Skills

Team spirit

Client relationships

Communication skills

Proactive initiative

Working under pressure

Education

A-Level or University Degree

ACCA/ACA study

Job description

About Us

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions.

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com

The Role

We are currently hiring a Fund Accountant in our London office where you will be responsible for helping to service our portfolio of alternative asset (Private Equity, Real Estate, Infrastructure, Credit) clients and will work as part of a team to achieve and meet their needs.

Your Responsibilities

• Assist with the bookkeeping and reporting of funds and associated fund structures.
• Assist with the preparation of management accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS (primary statements and notes utilising trial balances and associated documentation).
• Assist the team with the annual audit process.
• Assist with the processing of fund capital calls, distributions, subscriptions, and redemptions.
• Act as a point of contact for clients, board members, third party intermediaries such as banks, lawyers, accountants, and tax advisors both in person and via written or telephone communication.
• Assistance with the preparation, collation and ongoing monitoring of Know Your Customer and Client Due Diligence Files.
• Processing client payments on a variety of bank platforms.
• Assistance with Fund related regulatory & compliance processes.
• Assist with the monitoring and delivery of finance and compliance related KPIs.
• Assist with ad hoc projects as required from time to time.

Your Profile

• You are educated to the equivalent of A-Level or University Degree (degrees in finance or accounting related subjects would be preferable but not mandatory).
• Candidates with relevant experience in an accounting or finance related role would be desirable, but graduates looking for their first role will also be considered.
• You are studying for or are prepared to study for a relevant professional qualification such as ACCA or ACA or equivalent.
• You possess team spirit, the capacity to build strong client relationships, and take initiative to act without waiting for direction when appropriate.
• You are ambitious with a high level of energy and commitment.
• You can work under pressure and meet a range of deadlines.
• You possess excellent communication skills.

What We Offer

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.

Our Global Benefits Also Include

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location

Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Equity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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