Senior Fund Accountant (12-Month Contract) - Private Equity

Key Responsibilities:

1. Fund Accounting & Reporting:

• Oversee and manage the end-to-end accounting process for various private equity funds, including general partners, limited partners, and co-investment vehicles.
• Prepare and review accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss accounts, and cash flow statements, in accordance with IFRS/UK GAAP.
• Manage the consolidation of fund entities and investment holdings.
• Coordinate and prepare investor capital calls, distributions, and statements.
• Responsible for the accurate calculation and tracking of carried interest and management fees.
• Assist with the preparation of annual audited financial statements and liaise with external auditors.

• Support the quarterly valuation process for underlying investments, working closely with investment teams.
• Calculate and report fund performance metrics, including IRRs, multiples, and other key performance indicators.

• Manage fund cash balances, ensuring optimal liquidity and efficient use of capital.
• Oversee payment processes and bank reconciliations.
• Monitor and manage foreign exchange exposures for multi-currency funds.

• Ensure compliance with fund governing documents, regulatory requirements (e.g., AIFMD), and industry best practices.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of regulatory filings.

• Act as a key point of contact for fund administrators, auditors, tax advisors, and other external service providers.
• Respond to investor queries and provide ad-hoc reports as required.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the finance function.
• Contribute to system enhancements and ad-hoc projects as needed.

• Professional Qualification: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent) is essential.