Fund Finance Manager - Private Equity - 6-9m Contract

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established private equity firm is seeking an Interim Fund Finance Manager for a 6-9 month contract in London. This pivotal role involves managing fund finance functions, leading accounting and reporting, and liaising with deal teams. The ideal candidate is ACA/ACCA qualified with extensive private equity experience and strong leadership skills, offering £550-£650 per day through an umbrella company.

Qualifications

• Private Equity fund finance experience is essential.
• Strong leadership skills with prior team management experience.
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead on accounting and reporting for the funds.
• Manage and review month-end packs, quarterly reports, and statutory accounts.
• Oversee drawdowns, distributions, and fund flow coordination.

Skills

Private Equity fund finance experience

Strong leadership skills

Clear communication

Detail-oriented

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified

Job description

Interim Fund Finance Manager (Private Equity) - 6-9m contract
6-Month Contract | London | £550-£650 per day (via umbrella)

About the company

An exciting contract opportunity has arisen in a well established private equity firm with several Billion GBP AUM who are recruiting for an interim Senior Fund Controller with expertise in the private equity fund sector. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, reporting the CFO with full responsibility for the fund finance function, with exposure to valuations, investor relations, and deal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on accounting and reporting for the funds
• Manage and review month-end packs, quarterly reports, and statutory accounts for Guernsey domiciled funds
• Oversee drawdowns, distributions, and fund flow coordination
• Support quarterly valuations process by reviewing the inputs and valuation methodologies and liaise with deal teams
• Oversee investor reporting and outputs to external investors
• Producing fund waterfalls and carry models
• Act as key contact for auditors and investor relations on fund queries
• Monitor treasury aspects including FX strategies, fund finance bridges, and covenants
• Manage and mentor a small fund finance team
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects and process improvements

Candidate Profile

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Private Equity fund finance experience is essential
• Strong leadership skills with prior team management experience
• Clear communicator, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working independently

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