Senior Consultant, Private Equity

Northern Trust; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Consultant – Private Equity Fund Accounting in Limerick, Ireland. The role involves leading the team while ensuring high‑quality client service and compliance with deadlines and internal controls.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with extensive experience, strong knowledge of relevant GAAP standards, and a client-focused approach. Responsibilities include coaching team members and supporting strategic initiatives in fund accounting.

Qualifications

• Extensive post-qualification experience required.
• Strong financial accounting knowledge essential.
• Experience in Private Equity Fund Administration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Private Equity Fund Accounting team.
• Deliver accurate and timely client service for all deliverables.
• Review and oversee completion of NAVs and valuations.
• Enhance client reporting processes and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Qualified accountant with extensive post‑qualification experience

Strong knowledge of Irish/UK GAAP, US GAAP, and IFRS

Understanding of Irish regulatory and tax requirements relevant to fund accounting

Experience or strong interest in Private Equity Fund Administration

Strong client service mindset

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Strong problem‑solving skills and ownership mindset

Proficient in MS Excel

Excellent communication skills

Education

Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA)

Job description

Role Overview

Senior Consultant – Private Equity Fund Accounting Location: Limerick We are recruiting a Senior Consultant to lead and manage the Private Equity Fund Accounting team. The role focuses on ensuring high‑quality client service, meeting deadlines, and maintaining rigorous internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the growth and development of the Private Equity team.
• Deliver accurate and timely client service for all deliverables.
• Manage team workloads to consistently meet deadlines and SLAs.
• Review and oversee completion of NAVs and valuations.
• Enhance client reporting processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide coaching, training, and ongoing support to team members.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and high‑performing team culture.
• Ensure strong risk awareness and adherence to internal controls.
• Act as key point of contact for clients and external auditors, managing queries.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and client reporting deadlines.
• Provide regular and constructive feedback to support team development.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, including offshore team development and process automation (e.g., Investran).
• Assist in delivering departmental goals and strategic priorities.
• Support onboarding of new clients, including fund structures and reporting requirements.
• Communicate effectively with clients, investors, and stakeholders.
• Stay informed on industry, market, and regulatory developments.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified accountant with extensive post‑qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of Irish/UK GAAP, US GAAP, and IFRS.
• Understanding of Irish regulatory and tax requirements relevant to fund accounting.
• Experience or strong interest in Private Equity Fund Administration.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high‑performing teams.
• Strong client service mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise, multitask, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ownership mindset.
• Proficient in MS Excel and comfortable with systems/process improvement initiatives.
• Experience driving efficiencies and automation in processes.
• Excellent communication skills, engaging confidently at all levels.

Work Authorization

Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Northern Trust cannot provide employment permit sponsorship for this role.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to providing adjustments for individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is required, please email [e-mail].