Fund Accountant (Medior) (24-months FTE contract)

FNZ (EUROPE) DESIGNATED ACTIVITY COMPANY; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

FNZ (Europe) Designated Activity Company is seeking a Medior Fund Accountant for a 24-month fixed-term contract based in Dublin. You will deliver accurate fund valuations, NAVs, and regulatory reporting, and act as a primary contact for clients and counterparties.

The role requires 1–3 years in Fund Accounting or Investment Operations, with a strong eye for detail and ability to own deliverables in a fast-paced environment. Remote/blended working is supported.

Qualifications

• Experience in Fund Accounting or Investment Operations.
• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail.
• Ability to take ownership of deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality Fund Accounting service and act as a key contact for queries.
• Produce accurate fund valuations and NAVs within deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Review and analyse fund accounting information to identify discrepancies.
• Execute trades with international fund managers per client mandates.
• Manage treasury activities and monitor cash positions for liquidity.
• Record, review and validate fund transactions accurately and timely.
• Perform complex reconciliations and investigate reconciling items to resolution.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly and annual financial and statutory reporting.
• Liaise with clients, custodians, managers, brokers, auditors and banking partners.
• Support new client onboarding, fund launches and change initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and controls.
• Assist in training junior team members and provide guidance.

Skills

Fund Accounting

Investment Operations

Attention to detail

Ownership of deliverables

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Studies, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics or related discipline

Job description

Fund Accountant (Medior) (24-months FTE contract)

FNZ (EUROPE) DESIGNATED ACTIVITY COMPANY

Ref: #JOB-2468353

1 Cumberland Place, Fenian Street, Dublin 2, D02 HY05

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

FNZ is the global platform provider in the wealth management sector, partnering with over 650 of the world’s leading financial institutions and over 8,000 wealth management firms. With over 5,000 employees in 24 countries, FNZ’s mission is to open‑up wealth, empowering all people to create wealth through personal investment, aligned with things they care about the most, on their own terms.

The key responsibilities of the department include:

• Providing a high-quality Fund Accounting service to FNZ Ireland's clients and acting as a key point of contact for operational and accounting queries.
• Producing accurate and timely fund valuations and Net Asset Values (NAVs), ensuring all deadlines and regulatory requirements are met.
• Reviewing and analysing fund accounting information to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Executing trades with international fund managers in accordance with client mandates and investment guidelines.
• Managing treasury activities and monitoring cash positions to ensure efficient liquidity management.
• Recording, reviewing and validating fund transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performing complex reconciliations and investigating reconciling items to resolution.
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial and statutory reporting requirements.
• Liaising directly with clients, custodians, fund managers, brokers, auditors and banking partners on operational matters.
• Supporting new client onboarding, fund launches and change initiatives.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls and operational efficiency.
• Assisting in the training and development of junior team members and providing guidance on day-to-day activities.
• Utilising FNZ's technology platforms and reporting tools to investigate issues and enhance service delivery.
• Ensuring all activities are performed in line with internal controls, policies and regulatory requirements.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in Fund Accounting, Investment Operations, Financial Services Operations or a related discipline. They will demonstrate strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of deliverables within a fast-paced environment.

They should also have:

• A degree in Commerce, Business Studies, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years' experience in Fund Accounting, Financial Services, Investment Operations or a similar role.
• A strong understanding of fund accounting.

FNZ combines technology, infrastructure and investment operations in a single state‑of‑the‑art platform that frees its institutional customers to create hyper‑personalized and innovative products and services, that are seamlessly aligned with the needs of their clients.

• This vacancy is suitable for Remote/Blended working.
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Career Level

• Entry Level