Fund Accounting Senior Officer

ACCA Careers; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study leave

Mentoring

Employee share plan

Job summary

Alter Domus in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Officer to join our Private Equity team. You will manage a portfolio of private equity fund clients and work with a team to deliver accurate accounting, reporting, and tax compliance under UK GAAP or IFRS.

The role offers an international, dynamic environment with tailored training through Alter Domus Academy, mentoring, and opportunities to develop your career across jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• A professional qualification such as ACCA/ACA or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years experience managing private equity or similar asset structures.
• Strong client management, teamwork and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Act as main accounting liaison for a portfolio of PE fund clients.
• Review work for accuracy and deadlines before submission to senior staff.
• Collaborate with fund administrators and tax advisors on reporting and compliance.
• Coach and develop junior staff; plan workflow with the manager.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Client relationships

Education

ACCA/ACA qualification

Tools

Yardi accounting system

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.

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.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Senior Officer to join our Private Equity team. We offer a dynamic, and international corporate atmosphere as well as the benefit of customised training adapted to your needs throughout your career. In this role you will be responsible for a portfolio of private equity funds clients and will work as part of a team to achieve and meet their needs. Specific responsibilities include the following:

• Acting as the main accounting liaison and point of contact for certain clients.
• You will be an important link between management and junior staff, responsible for and knowledgeable about the quality of the work that is carried out for your clients.
• You will review work produced for submission to senior level staff.
• Involvement with the day-to-day operations of the client and following up with third parties, including investors and clients.
• Collaborating with the fund administrators in the preparation of periodic reports and regulatory reports for the fund’s entities.
• You will be responsible for the technical coaching of junior staff.
• Together with the manager, you will decide and follow up on the planning of the fund accounting workflow process.
• Ensuring effective cash management of client entities and review of cash reconciliations.
• Bookkeeping and reporting of companies, funds and associated fund structures.
• Preparing of client entities management accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS (primary statements and notes utilising trial balances and associated documentation).
• Liaising with tax advisors in respect of ongoing tax compliance responsibilities.
• Responding to clients' requests in terms of tax planning in close collaboration with external tax advisors, if needed.
• Being part of a team of part or fully qualified accountants and ensuring all reporting deadlines are adhered too.

Your Profile

• You are educated to the equivalent of A-Level or University Degree.
• You hold a (or will shortly be completing your) professional qualification such as ACCA or ACA or equivalent.
• You have a minimum of 3 years relevant experience managing structures of a similar nature (experience with Real Estate clients would be considered highly beneficial however candidates with accounting experience in other alternative asset classes would be considered).
• 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.
• You have an adaptable approach to using appropriate software and systems (experience working with Yardi accounting system would be highly preferable).

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

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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