Part Qualified Fund Accountant recruitment

Responsibilities:

Shadowing the fund accounts which are currently prepared by a third party administrator
This will include posting journals, finishing the quarterly and annual accounts, preparing the quarterly valuations and dealing with investor queries and the investment team on a regular basis
The successful candidate will also play a key role in assisting with the implementation of a new accounting system and work with the Finance Partner on various ad hoc projects
As the firm is hoping to raise another fund in the next 12-18 months, you will then take on the complete fund accounting functions
The firm is also looking at moving the fund accounting function back in house in the near future which will widen the scope of the role

Skills and Experience

Degree educated (2.1 or better) with an excellent academic record
Currently studying for a professional accounting qualification (ideally halfway through the studies)
Strong communication skills and a confident, mature approach and work ethic
A strong desire to develop a career in fund accounting
Experience in a private equity or hedge fund would be a strong advantage but not a necessity
Candidates coming from practice with a good understanding of limited partnership accounting will also be considered

Candidates must be on a maximum of a month's notice period.

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