Senior Fund Accountant: Private Equity & Alternatives

HireForce; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Bonus

Pension

Healthcare

Job summary

A leading global Fund Administrator in London seeks a Recently Qualified Big 4 Accountant for a fund accounting role in Private Equity and Alternative Investments. This position offers a structured progression framework with clear advancement opportunities, a strong base salary, bonuses, and exceptional professional development support. The successful candidate will be responsible for NAV calculations, preparing financial statements, and liaising with clients while ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should possess strong analytical skills and a drive to grow within the investment sector.

Qualifications

• Qualified in a Big 4 or Top 10 firm with funds experience.
• Proven ability to handle complex fund accounting.
• Eager to develop within the alternative investment space.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of NAV calculations for a portfolio of complex alternative investment funds.
• Collaborate with investment managers, prime brokers, and custodians.
• Act as a liaison for clients and fund stakeholders ensuring exceptional service.
• Prepare and review financial statements and reports.
• Coordinate with auditors at year-end ensuring timely deliveries.
• Prepare investor allocations and fund audited financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with AML requirements.
• Calculate and process fees and payments to third-party service providers.

Skills

Strong analytical mindset

Excellent communication skills

Engage with senior stakeholders

Ambitious and adaptable

Education

Recently Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA)

Job description

A leading global Fund Administrator in London seeks a Recently Qualified Big 4 Accountant for a fund accounting role in Private Equity and Alternative Investments. This position offers a structured progression framework with clear advancement opportunities, a strong base salary, bonuses, and exceptional professional development support. The successful candidate will be responsible for NAV calculations, preparing financial statements, and liaising with clients while ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should possess strong analytical skills and a drive to grow within the investment sector.