Fund Accountant - Infrastructure

NACBA; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in London is seeking an Accountant for a 9-month contract role. You will support finance activities for infrastructure funds, focusing on financial reporting, treasury management, and systems improvement. Ideal candidates should be ACA or ACCA qualified with strong technical accounting skills and experience in private equity or infrastructure funds. This hybrid role requires working in the office 4 days a week.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years post-qualification experience in accounting.
• Experience with audits and financial reporting.
• Previous fund accounting experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts under FRS 102.
• Lead quarterly distribution processes and dividend declarations.
• Drive automation and reporting improvements using tools like Power BI.

Skills

Strong technical accounting skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Netsuite

Job description

Accountant - Infrastructure Funds (Contract Role)

Location: London (Hybrid 4 days in the office)
Contract Type: 9 month initial contract

About the Role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in supporting the finance activities of a portfolio of listed and unlisted infrastructure funds. Your work will help ensure smooth day-to-day operations and support broader financial reporting and compliance obligations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Control

• Prepare and review statutory accounts under FRS 102
• Manage general ledger data and balance sheet reconciliations
• Oversee audits for holding companies
• Liaise with internal teams and external service providers
• Support quarterly board reporting and optimise finance systems

Treasury, Fund & Cash Management

• Lead quarterly distribution processes and dividend declarations
• Prepare weekly cashflow forecasts and investment proposals
• Maintain banking relationships and ensure compliance with KYC requirements
• Manage intercompany loan interest payments and covenant reporting

Project Work & Systems Improvement

• Assist with onboarding new funds and service providers
• Drive automation and reporting improvements using tools like Power BI
• Maintain and analyse intercompany loan schedules

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with fund managers, portfolio directors, and wider teams to identify efficiencies and support business needs

What We're Looking For

• ACA or ACCA qualified, ideally with 2-3 years post-qualification experience
• Strong technical accounting skills and audit experience
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Excel; experience with Netsuite and Power BI is a plus
• Previous fund accounting experience within Private Equity or Infrastructure Funds is highly desirable
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Please note, due to the urgent nature of the role, candidates on more than one months notice cannot be considered.

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