Fund Reporting Analyst – Dublin (12-Month Contract)

Morgan McKinley; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst in Dublin to join a 12‑month maternity cover. You will review investment fund financial statements, collaborate with auditors and stakeholders, and help deliver accurate, timely reporting for funds, including UCITS and hedge funds.

The role requires four years' fund accounting experience, a relevant degree, and professional accounting qualifications. Strong IFRS/GAAP knowledge and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years' experience in fund reporting or fund accounting.
• Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP and IFRS.
• Strong understanding of UCITS funds and/or hedge funds.
• Good working knowledge of financial instruments and their accounting treatment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Excellent time management, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated client focus, commercial awareness and results orientation.

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements for investment funds, ensuring accuracy and completeness across balance sheets, income statements, statements of changes in net assets, investment schedules, cash flow statements and disclosures.
• Extract, analyse and interpret financial information from fund accounting records.
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements relating to securities, derivatives, income accruals, foreign exchange, capital stock, expenses and income and capital gains distributions.
• Coordinate with international colleagues to ensure timely delivery of financial statements.
• Liaise with external auditors, consultants and clients during the audit process.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including valuations and depositary, for reporting needs.
• Develop financial statement templates for new clients, ensuring disclosure and standards compliance.
• Implement and maintain controls to ensure accurate records and mitigate risks.
• Monitor changes to regulations and standards, including GAAP and IFRS.
• Maintain knowledge of reporting and tax requirements applicable to mutual funds, hedge funds and pooled vehicles.
• Support ad hoc projects and monthly reporting activities.
• Provide support to senior management and deputise when required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Client focus

Commercial awareness

Results orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Audit coordination tools

Job description

Morgan McKinley is seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst in Dublin to join a 12‑month maternity cover. You will review investment fund financial statements, collaborate with auditors and stakeholders, and help deliver accurate, timely reporting for funds, including UCITS and hedge funds.

The role requires four years' fund accounting experience, a relevant degree, and professional accounting qualifications. Strong IFRS/GAAP knowledge and Excel skills are essential.