Fund Accountant

Alter Domus; Cork; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA

Flexible arrangements and generous holidays

Continuous mentoring

24/7 support from Employee Assistance Program

Employee Share Plan

Job summary

A financial services firm in County Cork, Ireland is seeking a candidate for a role involving fund administration. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations, preparing financial statements, and liaising with tax authorities. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics, and will have relevant experience, with a strong emphasis on client relationship building. This role offers opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements, aiming to create an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Degree level education in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
• Relevant experience in fund administration, audit or fiduciary services.
• Basic knowledge in accounting for investment products.
• Basic accounting for investment products; closed-ended funds experience advantageous.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the funds and liaise with third parties.
• Prepare periodic Net Asset Value calculations and year-end financial statements.
• Review tax returns and maintain contacts with tax authorities.
• Prepare Net Asset Value calculations and year-end financial statements, support audits.
• Review tax returns and balance with tax authorities.
• Record time spent on client matters for accurate invoicing.
• Proactively take on extra responsibilities as directed by managers or clients.

Skills

Knowledge of fund industry and accounting

Fluent in English

Experience in fund administration

Ability to build client relationships

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Job description

YOUR FUTURE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Taking an active part in the initial setup of any new funds take-on and liaising with independent tax specialists, lawyers, and notaries as part of the set up process;
• Taking care of the day-to-day operations of the funds and following up with third parties, including investors and fund managers;
• Handling the fund accounts and preparation of periodic reports and regulatory reports for the fund entities;
• Preparing the funds’ periodic Net Asset Value calculation and year-end financial statements, management of the audit, and reviewing other fund related reports;
• Reviewing tax returns and tax balances and maintaining relevant contacts with the tax authorities;
• Accurately record all time spent dealing with client matters to ensure the clients are correctly invoiced;
• Pro-actively take on additional responsibilities and administrational tasks as required by your managers or clients.

YOUR PROFILE:

• You are degree level educated in a relevant area such Finance, Accounting or Economics;
• You may have some existing relevant experience in the fields of fund administration, audit or fiduciary services;
• You have knowledge of fund industry, valuation, and accounting;
• A basic knowledge in accounting for investment products and experience of closed ended funds in the private assset space will be considered as an asset;
• You are fluent in English;
• You possess team spirit, a capacity to build strong client relationships and take initiative to act without waiting for direction (when appropriate).

WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.

Our global benefits also include:

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan

Equity in every sense of the word:

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong.

We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. We take pride in creating a workplace where all our people are empowered to be truly invested in the alternative and bring their whole selves to work.

We are committed to ensuring a welcoming recruiting and onboarding process for everyone. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you.