Senior Fund Accountant

CREDENCE CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting company in Greater London is looking for a Fund Accounting Specialist. In this role, you will manage fund administration, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide high-quality investor services. The ideal candidate will have a degree in accounting or finance and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with a strong focus on fund accounting and analytical skills. The company offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for process improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in fund accounting or related finance roles.
• Knowledge of IFRS and fund structures.
• Strong analytical and review skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide fund accounting and back‑office support services.
• Ensure regulatory filings and statutory reporting are completed accurately.
• Review KYC documentation for investor subscriptions and redemptions.
• Lead fund audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting efficiency.

Skills

Fund accounting expertise

Analytical skills

Compliance knowledge

Client service skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Fund accounting systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:

1. Fund Accounting & Reporting

• Provide high-quality, accurate, and timely fund accounting and back‑office support services.
• Oversee and manage fund administration activities, including fund onboarding and account setup.
• Review and perform trade and cash reconciliations, valuations, and fee calculations across various fund structures.
• Prepare and/or review periodic Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations, management reports, and financial statements.
• Ensure online payments are processed in accordance with client instructions and internal control procedures.
• Act as a key point of contact for fund, clients, ensuring service level expectations and deadlines are met.

2. Compliance & Regulatory Reporting

• Ensure regulatory filings and statutory reporting are completed accurately and submitted on time.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on fund accounting and reporting requirements.
• Support internal compliance reviews and ensure adherence to applicable regulations and policies.

3. Investor Services

• Review KYC documentation for investor subscriptions and redemptions, ensuring compliance with AML/CFT requirements.
• Oversee investor allocations, capital account calculations, and investor reporting.
• Handle complex investor enquiries and provide guidance to junior team members on investor-related matters.

4. Audit & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and coordinate fund audits, acting as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Review audit deliverables, address audit findings, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare and review draft audited financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with relevant fund accounting standards.

5. Team Support & Process Improvement

• Review work prepared by junior fund accountants and provide guidance and on-the-job training.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Support management on ad‑hoc projects and system enhancements.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3–5 years’ experience in fund accounting or related finance roles
• Knowledge of IFRS and fund structures
• Experience with fund accounting systems is an advantage
• Strong analytical and review skills