Fund Accountant

Us Bank; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / flexible schedule

Job summary

U.S. Bank in Ireland seeks an Alternative Investments Associate/Accountant to support accounting, administration and investor servicing for hedge funds and private equity funds. You will calculate NAVs, maintain records and prepare statements for investors.

The role requires GAAP knowledge, high accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with deadlines in a hybrid work model. Strong communication and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge and good understanding of accounting basics.
• Ability to identify and resolve/escalate complex problems with minimal guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Calculate net asset values and disseminate information to the investment advisor and investors.
• Act as primary fund accountant on multiple relationships in accordance with GAAP.
• Record trade information, income/expense activity and apply valuation of securities.
• Enter and reconcile investor contributions and withdrawals in the partnership accounting system.
• Allocate fund profits to investors for statements.
• Prepare fund financial statements, audit and tax schedules.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

We actively uphold transparent and fair hiring practices that support individual opportunity, inclusive culture, and career mobility across all levels of our organisation.

We offer meaningful opportunities for growth, a culture of inclusion, and a strong commitment to transparency and integrity in everything we do.

Job Description

Alternative Investments Associates and Accountants work as part of a team responsible for providing accounting, administration and investor servicing for hedge funds, private equity funds and closed-end registered products.

Key accountabilities

• Individuals calculate net asset value(s) and disseminate financial and performance information to the investment advisor and their investors.
• Acting as primary fund accountant on multiple relationships, ensures all fund accounting functions are in completed in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Records trade information, income/expense activity and applies valuation of securities in the portfolio accounting system.
• Enters and reconciles all investor contributions and withdrawals in the partnership accounting system.
• Allocates fund level profits to individual investors for preparation and distribution of investor statements.
• Reviews and coordinates fund expense analysis and expense processing.
• Prepares fund financial statements, audit and tax schedules.

Skills & experience required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ability to identify and resolve/escalate complex problems with minimal guidance
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office applications

Additional information

• The role offers a hybrid / flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Accessibility

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you need adjustments at any stage of the application or hiring process, please contact your recruiter for guidance and support.

Total Rewards

U.S. Bank is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices in line with local regulatory and legal requirements. Our total rewards approach is designed to attract, retain, and support top talent while ensuring equal pay for work of equal value.

We offer a market-competitive compensation package that includes:

• Clearly defined salary ranges aligned with industry benchmarks and internal equity standards.

• Performance-based incentives for eligible employees (as defined by relevant plan rules), awarded through transparent, objective criteria that recognize both individual and company performance.

• Inclusive equitable benefits that are accessible to all employees and focused around our 3 main pillars of financial wellbeing, health & wellness).

• Continuous development opportunities including training, education support, and career progression pathways based on inclusive and transparent criteria.

• Employee recognition programs that celebrate achievements and milestones for all.

We regularly review our compensation and benefits to ensure they remain competitive, inclusive, and responsive to employee needs and market trends. Further details of the compensation package will be provided upon application.

We encourage candidates to explore the full value of our offer, including monetary and non-monetary benefits, at Employee benefits and development | U.S. Bank | Elavon.

Closing Date

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.

We aim to provide timely updates throughout the process and encourage early applications to ensure consideration.