Temporary Fund Controller

Walker Hamill; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private equity firm is seeking a qualified Fund Controller to join their team on a 6-month fixed-term contract in London. The role involves managing the entire lifecycle of a portfolio of funds, including quarterly financial statements, investor reporting, and bookkeeping. Candidates must be qualified accountants with relevant experience in fund accounting and strong Excel skills. This is an immediate start position, ideal for someone looking to make an impact in finance.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with relevant experience in fund accounting.
• Experience working with third parties in a finance context.
• Strong understanding of partnership accounting and tax considerations.
• Good understanding of fund structures, LP reporting and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the quarterly and annual financial statements for 6 funds.
• Manage the quarterly investor reporting for those funds.
• Prepare quarterly valuations for all investments.
• Handle all aspects of the bookkeeping.
• Review debt valuations each month.
• Develop and document a strong control environment.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)

Strong Excel skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of fund structures and LP reporting

Tools

Excel

Job description

This range is provided by Walker Hamill. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Employment Type: 6-month Fixed-term Contract

Location: London

Our client, a leading private equity firm is seeking a Fund Controller to join their team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves full lifecycle management of a portfolio of funds, covering everything from bookkeeping through to valuations. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with relevant experience within PE. An immediate start is required.

Description

• Prepare the quarterly and annual financial statements for 6 funds.
• Manage the quarterly investor reporting for those funds.
• Prepare quarterly valuations for all investments.
• Handle all aspects of the bookkeeping, including bank reconciliations.
• Review and seek sign-off on the debt valuations each month.
• Develop and document a strong control environment.

Skills

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with relevant experience in fund accounting.
• Excellent communicator, experience of working with third parties.
• Strong Excel and excellent attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of fund structures, LP reporting, partnership accounting and tax considerations and regulatory frameworks.

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Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. We are sorry, but if you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.