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Senior Fund Accountant

Reed Talent Solutions

City Of London

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking a Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage fund accounting oversight for UK regulated funds. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and providing exceptional client management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fund accounting and a strong understanding of UK financial practices. With a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional growth, this position is perfect for dedicated professionals looking to excel in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive market rate salary

Fantastic benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Dynamic and supportive work environment

Qualifications

Experience in fund accounting and financial reporting for UK regulated funds.
Strong client-facing experience and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

Oversee calculation and accuracy of the Net Asset Value (NAV).
Ensure quality of financial reporting, adhering to UK SORP requirements.
Serve as the primary point of contact for UK clients.

Skills

Client Management

Communication

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

In-depth knowledge of fund accounting

Experience with UK regulatory requirements

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

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Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist - Recruiting for Exec Senior Appointments - Temporary or Permanent opportunities

Fund Accountant – Oversight – Permanent – Public - Market rate salary – Central London – Hybrid Working – Start ASAP

Reed Talent Professionals are partnering with a global investment bank based in Central London, in the search for Fund Accountant with Oversight experience.

They are seeking a dedicated professional with exposure to global financial practices and standards, responsible for overseeing fund accounting services for UK regulated funds and pension schemes. This role is crucial in ensuring that the services provided are accurate, timely, and conform to regulatory requirements.

They are based in the financial district in Liverpool Street and offer hybrid working, 3 days per week on site and 2 working from home.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals who excel in Fund Accounting, Oversight and Client Management within a dynamic financial environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

Outsourced Services Oversight:

Oversee the calculation and accuracy of the Net Asset Value (NAV).
Ensure the quality of financial reporting, adhering to UK SORP requirements.
Oversee the calculation of distributions and associated figures.
Conduct trend analysis, assess errors, and evaluate the effectiveness of the oversight programme.
Train and monitor outsourced service providers to ensure compliance with UK standards.
Serve as the primary point of contact for UK clients, coordinating resolutions to queries and attending client service reviews.
Support the sales process, coordinate the onboarding of new clients and fund launches, and manage client due diligence activities.
Monitor regulatory changes, assess their impact on systems and services, and drive process improvements.

Regulatory and Process Improvement:

Monitor regulatory changes, assess impacts on systems and services, and identify risks.
Coordinate client change requests and drive process improvements.
Participate in the production of business requirement documents and user acceptance testing.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

In-depth knowledge and practical experience in fund accounting and financial reporting for UK regulated fund structures and pension schemes.
Extensive knowledge of UK regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
Strong client-facing and client management experience.
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Excellent communication skills in English (both written and oral).
Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and prioritise work effectively.
Self-motivated, well-organised, and detail oriented.
Competitive market rate salary and fantastic benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Dynamic and supportive work environment.

To apply for the Fund Accounting Oversight position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Investment Banking and Accounting

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