Trainee Fund Accountant - Leading Private Equity Fund Manager - £35k + Study + Bonus

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private equity fund manager in London is seeking a Trainee Fund Accountant to support their growing finance team. This role offers a pathway for recent graduates from Russell Group universities to develop into qualified accountants, with company sponsorship for ACCA qualification. Key responsibilities include processing invoices and reconciliations, supported by comprehensive training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate eager to train as an accountant.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Processing invoices and entering them into the general ledger.
• Performing daily bank reconciliations.
• Assisting in the preparation of regulatory reports.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree from Russell Group University

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Trainee Fund Accountant - Leading Private Equity Fund Manager - £35k + Study + Bonus, London

Client:

Autumnal Partners

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

27.06.2025

Expiry Date:

11.08.2025

Job Description:

Autumnal Partners are exclusively recruiting on behalf of a high growth Private Equity Fund in the West End.

The role offers an excellent pathway into finance for a recent graduate, with the business having a strong track record in staff development and internal promotions. The client will sponsor an ACCA qualification and support your path to full qualification.

The Trainee Accountant will be expected to perform tasks such as:

• Processing invoices for payments and entering them into the general ledger (accounts payable)
• Issuing invoices, logging them, and entering into the general ledger (accounts receivable)
• Processing expense claims (mainly via credit/debit cards)
• Initiating payments via bank internet access for all entities, including clients
• Performing daily bank reconciliations
• Preparing and posting journal entries to ensure accurate accounts (e.g., prepayments & accruals)
• Updating and maintaining control spreadsheets
• Preparing account reconciliations (balance sheet and P&L)
• Assisting in the preparation of regulatory reports
• Supporting the audit process
• Developing effective relationships with stakeholders

Applicants should be recent graduates from Russell Group universities eager to train as accountants.