Senior Fund Accountant (Big 4 Recently Qualified)

HireForce; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Pension

Healthcare

Job summary

HireForce is partnering with a leading global Fund Administrator based in London, expanding their Private Equity and Alternative Investments team. This Senior Fund Accountant role offers exposure to complex fund structures and high-value transactions, with a clear path for progression within a global environment.

You will own NAV calculations for a portfolio of complex funds, collaborate with investment managers and custodians, prepare financial statements, and ensure AML/compliance.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication with senior stakeholders.
• Ambitious and adaptable in the private equity space.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of NAV calculations for a portfolio of complex alternative investment funds.
• Collaborate with investment managers, prime brokers, and custodians to ensure seamless processing of trading activity.
• Act as a key liaison point for clients, investors, and fund stakeholders, maintaining service standards.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Coordinate with auditors at year-end and interim stages, ensuring timely delivery of information.
• Prepare investor allocations, letters, and fund audited financial statements.
• Ensure AML and compliance requirements are met per regulations.
• Calculate and process fees, expenses, and payments to third-party service providers.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

ACA/ACCA/CPA/CIMA qualification

Job description

Senior Fund Accountant - Private Equity & Alternative Investments - London - Career Growth & Impact

The Opportunity:

This is more than just a fund accounting role — it’s an opportunity to build a long-term career in Private Equity and Alternative Investments, gaining exposure to complex fund structures and high-value transactions. You’ll be joining a company that invests in your success and provides a clear path for progression within a truly global environment.

HireForce is partnering with a leading global Fund Administrator based in London, who are expanding their high-performing Private Equity and Alternative Investments team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Recently Qualified Big 4 Accountant with funds experience to accelerate their career within a dynamic and growing organisation.

If you’re looking to move beyond the traditional accounting path and gain hands-on exposure across Private Equity, Real Assets, and a diverse range of Alternative Investment funds, this role offers the perfect platform to develop your expertise and make a real impact.

• Work directly with prominent names in Private Equity and Alternative Investments, building deep sector expertise in some of the most in-demand asset classes.
• Benefit from a structured progression framework, with clear opportunities to advance to Assistant Manager, Manager, and beyond.
• Receive continuous professional development, mentoring, and access to advanced fund accounting and investment systems.
• Join a collaborative and supportive culture where innovation, accountability, and career growth are truly encouraged.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full ownership of NAV calculations for a portfolio of complex alternative investment funds.
• Collaborate with investment managers, prime brokers, and custodians to ensure seamless processing of trading activity.
• Act as a key liaison point for clients, investors, and fund stakeholders, maintaining exceptional service standards.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Coordinate with auditors at year-end and interim stages, ensuring timely delivery of information.
• Prepare investor allocations, letters, and fund audited financial statements.
• Ensure AML and compliance requirements are fully met in line with current regulations.
• Calculate and process fees, expenses, and payments to third-party service providers in accordance with agreements.

About You:

• Recently Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA) – ideally trained in a Big 4 or Top 10 firm with funds experience.
• Strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Ambitious, adaptable, and eager to develop within the alternative investment space.

Remuneration:

A strong base salary, bonus, pension, and healthcare will be offered to the successful candidate.