SME Private Equity Administration

Our client is seeking an experienced SME - Private Equity Administration to join their Global Private Capital Services team based in Jersey. This full-time position will involve the accurate administration and accounting of open and closed-ended investment companies, unit trusts, and limited partnerships with a focus on private equity, property, and infrastructure funds. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert, manage client relationships, and support the Head of Fund Accounting, with a strong emphasis on leadership, process improvement, and service delivery.

Job Duties:

• Prepare and oversee monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of clients
• Prepare and oversee annual financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP, US GAAP, IFRS, or AUS
• Manage key deliverables in accordance with service level agreements or equivalent
• Calculate management fees, carried interest, distribution amounts, and perform waterfall calculations
• Manage year-end audits and respond to auditor queries
• Ensure compliance with client documentation and internal processes and procedures
• Investigate and respond to client queries
• Attend client meetings and assist in preparing proposal documents and participating in new business pitches
• Act as a subject matter expert and provide support to the Head of Fund Accounting
• Contribute to and lead ad-hoc projects
• Develop, review, and implement procedures, identifying areas for improvement
• Remain up to date with technical developments in the fund industry
• Coach, mentor, and supervise junior staff in accordance with HR policies

Job Requirements:

• Professionally qualified accountant, ideally ACA or ACCA or equivalent
• Proven ability to prepare final accounts from source documentation
• Strong prioritisation and organisational skills with a focus on completing tasks efficiently
• Able to work independently and under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Experienced in supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff
• Excellent motivational, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Competent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel
• In-depth knowledge of UK GAAP, US GAAP, or IFRS (training available if required)
• Understanding of private equity, property, and infrastructure funds is advantageous
• Familiarity with Jersey fund structures and regulatory requirements is desirable

What You'll Love:

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to act as a trusted advisor in a high-performing environment, working closely with prestigious clients in the private equity space. You will enjoy a collaborative culture, strong professional development support, and the chance to influence key operational processes. This is a career-enhancing opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to broaden their technical and leadership skills in a supportive and dynamic setting.

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