Consultant, Private Equity Accounting - Limerick | Hybrid

086 NT Mgmt Services Ireland Ltd; Limerick; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust in Ireland is seeking a skilled professional to join the Private Equity Department, handling end‑to‑end administration of funds and maintaining high standards of accuracy and client service.

You will prepare interim and annual financial statements, liaise with auditors, ensure regulatory filings, and support operating models from fund inception, with on‑the‑job training and strong collaboration within a high‑performing team.

Qualifications

• Recognised professional accounting qualification (preferred), with relevant post-qualification experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of Irish/UK GAAP, US GAAP and IFRS.
• Working knowledge of the Irish regulatory and tax framework as it relates to fund accounting and financial reporting.
• Previous experience in Private Equity fund administration, or a strong willingness and ability to develop this expertise quickly.
• A collaborative, team‑focused approach with a clear commitment to shared success.
• High standards of accuracy, ownership and attention to detail.
• The ability to thrive in a deadline‑driven environment while maintaining quality and client focus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a consistently high‑quality service to a portfolio of assigned Private Equity clients
• Prepare interim and annual financial statements, including consolidated financial statements for complex fund structures and listed entities
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and external auditors, confidently managing audit queries and requests
• Ensure agreed client service levels and regulatory filing deadlines are met
• Oversee the preparation of regulatory and statutory returns, including Central Bank, CSO and compliance reporting
• Ensure Net Asset Values (NAVs) are calculated accurately and delivered within defined timelines
• Control the accurate and timely payment of operating expenses
• Support the establishment of operating models and documentation at fund inception
• Ensure all legal, documentation and compliance requirements are properly completed
• Prepare, review and collate reporting for board and investor packs
• Provide hands‑on support across BAU activity where required, contributing to the wider success of the team

Skills

Irish/UK GAAP

US GAAP

IFRS

PE fund admin

Audit support

Attention to detail

Client interaction

Team collaboration

Education

Recognised accounting qualification

Job description

About Northern Trust

Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

The Role

Reporting to a Team Leader within the Private Equity Department, the successful candidate will play a key role in the end‑to‑end administration of Private Equity funds, gaining broad exposure across fund accounting, transfer agency and financial reporting. This is a role for someone who enjoys ownership, client interaction and working in a high‑performing environment, where standards are high but support and development are just as strong.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a consistently high‑quality service to a portfolio of assigned Private Equity clients
• Prepare interim and annual financial statements, including consolidated financial statements for complex fund structures and listed entities
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and external auditors, confidently managing audit queries and requests
• Ensure agreed client service levels and regulatory filing deadlines are met
• Oversee the preparation of regulatory and statutory returns, including Central Bank, CSO and compliance reporting
• Ensure Net Asset Values (NAVs) are calculated accurately and delivered within defined timelines
• Control the accurate and timely payment of operating expenses
• Support the establishment of operating models and documentation at fund inception
• Ensure all legal, documentation and compliance requirements are properly completed
• Prepare, review and collate reporting for board and investor packs
• Provide hands‑on support across BAU activity where required, contributing to the wider success of the team

Skills & Experience

We are open to candidates with a range of accountancy backgrounds, including practice, audit and industry, particularly those who have worked in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments and have a solid understanding of debits and credits. While prior Private Equity experience is beneficial, it is not essential, as the team provides excellent on‑site training and support to help new joiners build specialist knowledge in this area. That said, the ideal candidate will bring the following experience and attributes:

• A recognised professional accounting qualification (preferred), with relevant post‑qualification experience
• Strong technical knowledge of Irish/UK GAAP, US GAAP and IFRS
• Working knowledge of the Irish regulatory and tax framework as it relates to fund accounting and financial reporting
• Previous experience in Private Equity fund administration, or a strong willingness and ability to develop this expertise quickly
• A collaborative, team‑focused approach with a clear commitment to shared success
• High standards of accuracy, ownership and attention to detail
• The ability to thrive in a deadline‑driven environment while maintaining quality and client focus

Why This Team

Exposure to top‑tier global Private Equity clients

A genuinely collaborative, experienced and supportive team culture

Strong investment in systems, technology and process improvement

Clear opportunities to deepen technical expertise and progress within a growing department

The chance to be part of an award‑winning Private Equity platform with real momentum

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve!

Join a workplace with a greater purpose. We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies!

Reasonable accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail].

We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. You may discuss your flexible working requirements with us as we can achieve greater together. Looking for greater? You found it. A global financial leader with more than 22,000 employees in 23 locations worldwide, Northern Trust empowers our employees to achieve more than just business goals. Our focus on work‑life balance, career mobility and unique opportunities are just a few of the reasons we’ve been named one of the world’s most admired companies.

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