Fund Accounting Supervisor

Sigmar Recruitment; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Competitive salary & benefits

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is seeking a Fund Accounting Supervisor for a globally recognised investment services firm in Ireland. You will oversee NAV production, fund accounting oversight, and client servicing across a varied portfolio of alternative investment funds.

This role suits an experienced Fund Accountant moving into supervision. Hedge fund background and transition to Private Equity are considered, with a flexible hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in Fund Accounting or Fund Operations.
• Exposure to Alternative Funds and Private Markets beneficial.
• Strong NAV review, trial balance analysis and GL knowledge.
• Experience reviewing management and performance fee calculations.
• Knowledge of closed-ended fund structures and partnership agreements.
• Ability to mentor and coach junior team members.
• ACCA qualification desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NAV production and fund accounting oversight across a portfolio of funds.
• Support fund launches and review financial reporting and fee calculations.
• Mentor junior team members in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

NAV review

Fund accounting

Stakeholder management

Communication

Mentoring junior staff

Attention to detail

Education

ACCA/related accounting qualification desirable

Job description

About Your New Employer

Our client is a globally recognised investment services firm with a strong presence in the alternatives and private markets space. Known for its collaborative culture and continued investment in growth, the business offers excellent career progression, exposure to complex fund structures, and a flexible hybrid working model. With a people-first approach and a high-performing team environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a market leader at an exciting stage of expansion.

About Your New Role

As Fund Accounting Supervisor, you will play a key role in overseeing NAV production, fund accounting oversight, and client servicing across a varied portfolio of alternative investment funds. Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you will support fund launches, review financial reporting and fee calculations, and mentor junior team members in a fast-paced and highly visible environment.

This role is ideally suited to an experienced Fund Accountant ready to step into a supervisory position. Senior Fund Accountants looking to take the next step in their career are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates coming from a Hedge Fund background who are keen to transition into Private Equity and broader alternatives will also be considered.

What Skills You Need

• 4+ years’ experience in Fund Accounting or Fund Operations
• Exposure to Alternative Funds, with Private Markets experience advantageous
• Strong understanding of NAV review, trial balance analysis and general ledger entries
• Experience reviewing management and performance fee calculations
• Knowledge of closed-ended fund structures and partnership agreements
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Ability to mentor, coach and support junior team members
• ACCA qualification desirable but not essential
• Positive, collaborative mindset with strong attention to detail

What’s on Offer

• Excellent opportunity to step into a supervisory role within a growing alternatives business
• Exposure to Private Equity, complex fund structures and high-profile clients
• Strong career progression and internal development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid working model and supportive team culture
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Collaborative, people-focused environment with strong work-life balance