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Assistant Fund Accountant Location: Park Lane, London Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Salary: Competitive We are seeking an Assistant Fund Accountant to join our team, supporting fund controllers in delivering comprehensive fund services to our diverse portfolio of clients. This role is ideal for a part-qualified or fully-qualified accountant who is detail-oriented, client-focused, and highly organised. Day to Day of the role: Maintain accurate ledgers and adhere to accounting procedures. Prepare quarterly accounts within the agreed timetable. Manage cash balances and perform timely bank reconciliations. Coordinate payment runs and approvals as per procedures. Assist in cashflow forecasting and cash balance management. Support the Fund Controller with the accounting calendar for audits and accounts. Improve internal control procedures for effectiveness and efficiency. Handle queries from auditors, suppliers, clients, and banks. Understand fund documentation, types, and structures. Engage in verification of asset ownership and safeguarding activities. Required Skills & Qualifications: Part-qualified (ACCA) or fully-qualified (AAT) accountant. 1-2 years of post-qualification accounting experience, preferably in a fund services business. Strong accounting skills with meticulous attention to detail. Excellent time management and planning skills. Problem-solving ability with an inquisitive and proactive approach. Highly productive, delivery-focused, and adaptable. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Willingness to propose and implement process improvements. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Work in a collaborative environment with a strong company culture. Engage with a diverse client portfolio in a dynamic industry. To apply for the Assistant Fund Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
We are collaborating with an international and world-leading real estate consultancy and investment management business with over £3 billion under management. You would join a well-established yet rapidly expanding investment team, responsible for open/closed-end direct funds, including listed REITs. The business also manages joint ventures and separate accounts, catering to specific and individual client needs. This approach allows for a more consultative angle, utilising stakeholder management skills to determine best practices for clients. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a current assistant fund accountant looking to progress, or an individual with comprehensive finance experience seeking complete ownership in their next role and management of your own clients. With endless progression and development opportunities within this business, attributed to their fast-growing and determined business strategy. Additional responsibilities include: Producing statutory reporting, investor reporting, board papers, and NAV calculations. Establishing and nurturing strong working relationships between the team and its internal/external clients and suppliers. Undertaking ad-hoc projects. Providing support on new bids. This role offers a salary of £45k discretionary bonus and provides a hybrid working arrangement, allowing for 2/3 days working from home In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
We have partnered with a reputable Financial Services firm, based in Whiteley, to find a Fund Accountant to join their team. Enjoy perks such as hybrid working, flexible hours, enticing bonuses, comprehensive private medical coverage and even the option to work abroad! With a focus on precision and integrity, you'll play a pivotal role as Fund Accountant; handling tasks such as compiling meticulous bank reconciliations, facilitating drawdowns and distributions, and maintaining detailed records. If you're passionate about finance and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge and reward, with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for: Compiling periodic bank reconciliations and providing accompanying documentation to evidence transactions Generating drawdown and distribution calculations and issuing notices upon client request, as needed Maintaining precise and accurate records within eFront and Excel working papers to track bookkeeping activity Undertaking preparation and input of payments for routine expenses, investment transactions and investor distributions Assisting in a range of accounting tasks, including bookkeeping and the creation of quarterly reports and statutory financial statements What you will need: Previous experience in a similar role, such as Fund Accountant / Assistant Accountant / Assistant Management Accountant / Assistant Financial Accountant / Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant Studying towards / part-qualified in ACA / ACCA / CIMA Experience in a similar industry is desirable but not essential What you will get: Hybrid working (50/50 split) Flexible working Discretionary bonus scheme Option to work abroad for up to 3 weeks per year Private medical insurance Life assurance Worldwide travel insurance Regular social events Health and wellbeing programme Onsite parking If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you! We take your application seriously and WE RESPOND TO EVERY APPLICATION...because getting a job is hard enough. The Niche Partnership is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. The Niche Partnership complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that The Niche Partnership may contact you in connection with your application in relation to The Niche Partnership providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website.