Vice President - Fund Accounting Private Markets - Fully remote

Cpl; Dublin; Remote; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training & education support

Great Place to Work certification

Disability accommodations

Job summary

CPL Group in Dublin is seeking a senior leader to drive the Private Equity Fund Accounting function. You will lead managers, supervisors and accounting specialists, mentor staff, and manage client relationships while ensuring timely delivery of reporting and SLAs.

You will monitor KPIs/KRIs, drive efficiency projects, and engage with stakeholders to uphold high standards of accuracy and service for a blue-chip PE client base. The role emphasizes leadership, development and collaboration.

Qualifications

• You have 7+ years' experience in accounting operations or practice.
• You have 5+ years' experience in Private Equity (desirable).
• You are a strong team player with excellent communication and written skills.
• You have the ability to manage multiple deliverables and stakeholders simultaneously while prioritising work based on deadlines.
• You possess strong client relationship management skills.
• You have strong knowledge of the financial services industry, its products and practices, and a genuine interest in continued development and learning.
• You have proven Fund Accounting system experience and strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
• You hold a Finance or Accounting-related degree (2.1 or above desirable).

Responsibilities

• Lead a PE accounting team of managers, supervisors, and accounting specialists.
• Empower your team through regular engagement and leadership.
• Manage client relationships for your group of clients/funds.
• Coordinate, manage, and monitor client deliverables (SLAs) with your team and clients.
• Monitor KPIs and KRIs.
• Mentor your team as the SME on client structures and accounting processes.
• Ensure the team performs duties in line with processes and procedures.
• Review periodic accounting reporting packs prepared by your team.
• Engage in and drive efficiency projects.
• Participate in marketing and sales pitches, demonstrating workflows and technologies.
• Draft performance procedures and operational memoranda.
• Act as a liaison to various internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client relationship management

Multi-stakeholder management

Team engagement

Problem solving

Education

Finance or Accounting degree

Tools

Fund Accounting system

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Company

A global leader in fund services, corporate governance, and related asset services, with staff across 50 office locations worldwide. With more than $1.8 trillion in assets under administration, the firm delivers end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet clients' needs.

About the Team & Business Line

Alternative Asset Fund Administration is a core business area, with the Private Equity division representing a significant part of the organisation. The company has one of the largest footprints of staff in Ireland within the Private Equity Administration sector.

Continuous investment in learning, including Private Equity-specific personal development training programmes for multiple staff levels, and technology solutions ensures employees are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.

The largest investment, however, is in its people. As a core member of the Private Equity Fund Accounting group, you will be working alongside some of the industry's most accomplished professionals. Furthermore, this team delivers award-winning services to a roster of some of the largest, most recognised blue-chip clients in the Private Equity industry.

The organisation is also Great Place to Work (GPTW) certified and is continuing to build teams that provide the right level of support while also challenging employees to grow and develop their careers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a PE accounting team of managers, supervisors, and accounting specialists.
• Empower your team through regular engagement and leadership.
• Manage client relationships for your group of clients/funds.
• Coordinate, manage, and monitor client deliverables (SLAs) with your team and clients.
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
• Mentor your team as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on client structures and accounting processes.
• Ensure the team performs duties in line with relevant processes and procedures.
• Review periodic accounting reporting packs prepared by your team.
• Engage in and drive efficiency projects.
• Participate in marketing and sales pitches, effectively demonstrating and communicating workflows, best practices, and technologies.
• Draft performance procedures and/or operational memoranda.
• Act as a liaison to various internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• You have 7+ years' experience in accounting operations or practice.
• You have 5+ years' experience in Private Equity (desirable).
• You are a strong team player with excellent communication and written skills.
• You have the ability to manage multiple deliverables and stakeholders simultaneously while prioritising work based on deadlines.
• You possess strong client relationship management skills.
• You have strong knowledge of the financial services industry, its products and practices, and a genuine interest in continued development and learning.
• You have proven Fund Accounting system experience and strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
• You hold a Finance or Accounting-related degree (2.1 or above desirable).

Our Benefits

Your wellbeing is of paramount importance and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and educational support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits available in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritising the hiring of people from a wide range of backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.