Fund Accounting Associate (Graduate)

HedgeServ Ltd; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fund administration company based in Ireland is looking for a Fund Accountant to join their team. The role involves preparing NAV and maintaining strong client relationships, requiring an Accounting or Finance degree and strong Excel skills. The company supports a collaborative culture and offers hybrid working options along with health benefits.

Benefits

Remote and hybrid working arrangements

Fully paid comprehensive health and well-being benefits

Qualifications

• Flexibility, self-motivated work ethic.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of Cash and Positions Reconciliations.
• Preparation and processing of income and expense accruals.
• Verification and processing of corporate actions.
• Assist in the audit process and financial statement preparation if required.
• Establish and maintain good relationships with internal service departments and clients.
• Attend and participate in team meetings.
• Ensure client-focused ethos is maintained daily.

Skills

IT Literate with an emphasis on Excel

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to be flexible and work effectively both within a team and independently

Education

Minimum 2.2 Accounting, Finance, Legal, or Business Degree

Job description

At HedgeServ, we’re redefining what’s possible in fund administration. With more than $700 billion in assets under administration, we partner with the world’s most forward-thinking investment managers – across private equity, private credit, endowments, hedge funds and more – to deliver seamless, tech-enabled solutions that drive performance.

Our proprietary platform, enhanced by machine learning and robotic process automation, gives clients real-time insights and unmatched control over their operations. Alongside our technology, we offer award-winning service through our team-based approach -- led by a deeply experienced team of industry experts. Our solutions span the full investment lifecycle, including fund accounting, middle office, risk, compliance, tax, and investor services.

We’re a future-focused company, empowering our people through a robust career development framework, clear career trajectories with structured learning paths, training, and progression plans. We invest in leadership development and in our collaborative culture, creating space for talent to grow. Our corporate values – Relationships, Support, Innovation, and Expertise – create a sense of shared purpose and belonging, and we recognize our employees sit at the core of our success.

HedgeServ supports employees through a variety of offerings, including remote and hybrid working arrangements, and fully paid comprehensive health and well-being benefits. We’ve been recognized as an employer of choice, earning a top 100 workplaces designation.

Founded in 2008, HedgeServ has grown into a global organization with over 2,000 experts across the globe, with offices in the United States, Grand Cayman, Ireland, Poland, Bulgaria, Luxembourg, the Philippines, and Australia.

Job Description

Our Fund Accounting department prides itself on providing a best-in-class service to our clients with a strong focus on accuracy, flexibility, and accountability. The teams prioritize development and learning, paired with bespoke technology and systems to provide our employees with the tools to perform at the highest level. HedgeServ operates a client-focused structure which provides a wide-range of experience to all levels of employees. The Fund Accountant will be responsible for the production of daily, weekly, and monthly NAV, ensuring accurate completion of tasks per NAV checklists. They will also identify and investigate break items and ensure issues are resolved in a timely and professional manner.

Key Responsibilities

• The preparation of Cash and Positions Reconciliations
• Preparation and processing of income and expense accruals
• Verification and processing of corporate actions
• Assist in the audit process and financial statement preparation if required
• Establish and maintain good relationships with internal service departments and clients
• Attend and participate in team meetings
• Ensure that HedgeServ’s client-focused ethos is maintained on a daily basis

Job Requirements for the role

Education:

• Minimum 2.2 Accounting, Finance, Legal, or Business Degree

Personal skills:

• IT Literate with an emphasis on Excel
• Ability to be flexible, self-motivated, and work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to be flexible and work effectively both within a team structure and independently