Fund Accountant -Family Investment Office

eFinancialCareers Sourcing Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global Family Investment Office in West London is seeking a Fund Accountant to support the Financial Controller and CFO. The role involves preparing financial reports, managing fund accounting records, and resolving discrepancies. The ideal candidate has a degree in a STEM field and is part-qualified as an accountant. Responsibilities also include cash management and liaising with external auditors. This permanent position offers a dynamic work environment that fosters continuous improvement and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline preferred.
• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of financial and management reports.
• Produce daily NAV calculations with a small team.
• Liaise with prime brokers and administrators to resolve issues.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts for liquidity management.
• Support the family office in managing assets.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

SAGE or similar accounting software

Job description

Job Description

A global Family Investment Office with offices in London and New York is seeking a Fund Accountant to join its dynamic West London based office with a focus on equity investments in global public markets, fixed income securities and private equity. This permanent position offers the opportunity to be part of a thriving and fast-paced office environment, working closely with the Financial Controller and CFO to facilitate financial reports, settlements and treasury management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely financial and management reports across multiple entities.
• Work closely with a small team to produce and release daily NAV calculations.
• Maintain detailed and accurate fund accounting records within the in-house portfolio management system.
• Liaise with prime brokers and administrators to investigate and resolve cash or quantity breaks.
• Manage and process corporate actions, addressing any related issues promptly.
• Conduct cash management reviews and assist the FC/CFO in managing foreign currency exposure.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts to support liquidity management and planning.
• Assist the FC/CFO in developing and maintaining relationships with banks and brokers.
• Liaise with external auditors on annual financial statements preparations and perform monthly balance sheet reviews.
• Calculate and analyse portfolio performance metrics for internal reporting.
• Participate in financial process reviews and system improvements to enhance reporting accuracy, automation and internal controls.
• Perform cash, interest and dividend reconciliations across multiple accounts and entities.
• Prepare monthly management accounts for management company.
• Collaborate with team members on annual budgeting and variance analysis.
• Support the wider family office in managing assets, including properties and classic cars, covering operational, staffing and insurance aspects.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects, including counterpart risk reviews, accounting standards updates and new system implementations.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics or related field preferred)
• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Technical proficiency – preference for candidates able to use technology and data in order to streamline processes:
  • Advance excel skills are preferred as are used for financial modelling, automation, data analysis
  • Experience with SAGE or similar accounting software is a plus
• Experience in fund account is not essential
• Excellent interpersonal skills and written communication skills are a must
• Ability to collaborate effectively across internal and external teams/partners
• Self-Motivated, detail oriented and proactive, with a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development