Managing Director, Fund Accounting

Carta; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Carta in the United Kingdom and across Europe seeks a Managing Director, Fund Accounting - Europe to lead and scale the European fund accounting team, overseeing venture capital and private equity fund administration.

You will coach talent, uphold accounting quality, and drive standardized processes with technology to deliver superior client service for CFOs and fund managers. The role emphasizes European expansion and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in client-facing roles with fund accounting or related advisory experience.
• Proven leadership of fund accounting teams across Europe and growth-focused mindset.
• Strong understanding of VC/PE fund structures and European regulatory landscape.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the European fund accounting team with a focus on quality and timely delivery.
• Oversee accounting standards, controls, and complex matters for audits and client reporting.
• Drive efficiency across VC/PE delivery, including data collection and client onboarding.
• Expand Carta’s European fund administration footprint while maintaining service excellence.

Skills

Fund accounting leadership

Venture Capital & PE

Client relationship management

Contract negotiation

Team coaching

Operational excellence

Job description

Carta is the connected platform and AI-native ecosystem for private capital. Built to replace fragmented tools with a single system of record, Carta brings together the software, services, and legal infrastructure that founders use to manage equity, fund managers use to run administration and reporting, and legal teams use to close transactions. Trusted by 55,000 companies and 1.8M+ equity holders in 160+ countries, and 10,000 funds and SPVs representing $250B+ in assets under management, Carta is transforming how private capital operates. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, Inc. and Great Places to Work.

As the Managing Director, Fund Accounting - Europe, you will:

• Lead, coach, and develop the fund accounting team, setting clear expectations for accounting quality, timely delivery, and client service.
• Oversee accounting standards, review controls, and complex accounting matters, ensuring accurate financial reporting and readiness for client audits.
• Drive efficiency and improve execution across Venture Capital and Private Equity delivery teams, including fund administration, data collection, implementation, and support.
• Build Carta’s reputation as a leading fund administration provider for European VC and PE firms.
• Scale the European Fund Administration business by building team capacity and processes that support growth while maintaining accounting quality and client service.
• Use technology and automation to reduce manual work and unnecessary review cycles while strengthening accounting controls and service quality.
• Evolve Carta's service model to support the business' strategy
• Promote and drive the disparate functional teams to adopt and live the ONE Carta team value - operationally and behaviorally
• Build a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous learning across the fund accounting team.
• Build the infrastructure Carta needs to have a pulse on the customers' needs and wants
• Monitor and influence product usage, client engagement and satisfaction feedback and ensure clients (VC and PE Firms) are getting value out of Carta products
• Work in collaboration with product and engineering to solve problems, drive account strategy, and improve client engagement and loyalty
• Proactively assess client health, address risks, and build trusted relationships that turn clients into advocates/references.
• Partner with R&D to represent growing requirements of FA clients
• Influence the FA business unit client marketing strategy, with a goal of improving client education, product adoption, and self-serve opportunities

The Team You'll Work With

The Managing Director, Fund Accounting role will own the customer experience and business performance of Carta’s European Fund Administration portfolio, primarily across the UK and Luxembourg, with accountability for client relationships, service quality, retention, and expansion. You will also support opportunities to expand into other European markets.

You will directly lead the European fund accounting team, with responsibility for team performance, talent development, accounting quality, and timely delivery. The team focuses on building processes and using technology to create a world-class client experience at scale.

About You

We’re looking for a client-centric leader with deep expertise in European Venture Capital, Private Equity, and fund administration, sound judgment, and the ability to build trusted relationships with fund CFOs, COOs, and General Partners.

• 15+ years of experience in a client facing role with a proven track record in client engagement, client satisfaction, and contract value growth through upsells and expansion
• Proven experience leading fund accounting teams, coaching and developing talent, and setting clear standards for accounting quality, timely delivery, and client service.
• Intellectual curiosity and strong judgment, with the ability to understand each client’s business, anticipate needs, and identify and address risks early.
• Deep knowledge of the UK and Luxembourg fund administration markets; experience with Jersey and Guernsey fund structures is a plus.
• Resourceful and creative problem solving skills in order to provide optimal business or technical solutions, particularly when navigating uncertainty or ambiguity
• Client-first mindset, with a focus on seeking solutions to ensure greater lifetime value for our clients
• Self-motivated, proactive leader with innovative ideas to inspire your team promoting client loyalty and adoption
• Strong interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on building strong internal and external relationships
• Proven ability to drive results, across multiple functions, and exceed allotted targets
• Diplomacy, tact and poise under pressure, and a high tolerance for ambiguity
• Motivated to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment to accelerate Carta's growth
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to distill complex thoughts and strategies into simple, actionable recommendations, especially to executives

Disclosures:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a positive interview experience for every candidate. If accommodations due to a disability or medical condition are needed, please connect with the talent partner via email.
• Please note that all official communications from us will come from an @carta.com or @carta-external.com domain. Report any contact from unapproved domains to [e-mail].