Fund Accountant, Private Equity
Key Skills for This Role
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What’s the role?
Within this role we would require individuals to have experience in preparing Audited Financial Statements under IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) and be capable of examining financial transactions, identify any potential risks involved and evaluate financial records accurately.
The accountant would report to their direct line manager and be responsible for assisting and mentoring junior members of their team/ division.
What you’ll be doing
Record journal entries related to fund transactions and associated fund structures
Reconcile bank accounts, investments and other account balances
Maintenance of general ledgers
Assist in preparation of financial statements (quarterly or annual), investor reports and other financial reporting deliverables
Assist in preparation of Fund NAV packs and working papers
Coordinate with auditors during year-end audits; provide supporting documentation and responding to audit queries
Assist in processing capital calls and distributions to investors of the fund structure
Assist in responding to investor queries
Assist in relevant fee computations (e.g. management fees, carried interest, etc.)
Operate within a ISAE 3402 controls environment
Liaising with external contacts to obtain and provide required information
Assisting with and contributing to ad hoc projects as required
The ideal background for this role
Actively studying towards a recognised accounting qualification (ACCA or ACA)
1-2 years accounting experience
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Experience using FIS Private Capital Suite (Investran) is preferrable but not required
Role Location/Hybrid Schedule
- This role is based in our Southampton office. Although the nature of most of the roles within Gen II cannot be classed as totally flexible, there is scope in some cases for a form of Agile Working. The different ways in which Agile Working can be undertaken is dependent on the demands and needs of the business, the office space available and the individual’s preferences and circumstances.
About Gen II Fund Services
Independent private-capital fund administrator providing fund administration, tax, compliance, and AIFM services to asset managers and investors.
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