Strategic Fund Accounting Manager

Alexander Daniels; Jersey Marine; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Career progression

Collaborative culture

Visible client exposure

Diverse client portfolio

Process improvements impact

Job summary

Alexander Daniels in Jersey partners with a leading provider of fund, corporate and private wealth services to recruit a Manager - Fund Accounting. You will own a diverse portfolio of fund structures, working closely with clients, advisors and senior stakeholders while supporting junior teammates in a collaborative, professional environment.

The role requires ACA/ACCA, extensive fund accounting experience, IFRS/UK GAAP knowledge, and strong communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification required.
• Significant fund accounting experience and financial reporting.
• Strong IFRS and UK GAAP knowledge is essential.
• Understanding of financial services regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Highly organised with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
• Able to work independently while collaborating with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of fund and corporate structures.
• Prepare and review financial statements and investor reports to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate client accounting matters and act as main contact for clients, advisors and auditors.
• Oversee routine and complex fund accounting transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Support onboarding of new business and establishment of new fund structures.
• Contribute to development of accounting processes, controls and efficiencies.
• Attend board and shareholder meetings when required and provide technical accounting support.
• Mentor and support junior team members to maintain high standards.

Skills

ACA or ACCA qualification

Fund accounting experience

IFRS knowledge

UK GAAP knowledge

Regulatory understanding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Independent yet collaborative

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Alexander Daniels in Jersey partners with a leading provider of fund, corporate and private wealth services to recruit a Manager - Fund Accounting. You will own a diverse portfolio of fund structures, working closely with clients, advisors and senior stakeholders while supporting junior teammates in a collaborative, professional environment.

The role requires ACA/ACCA, extensive fund accounting experience, IFRS/UK GAAP knowledge, and strong communication and organisational skills.