Assistant Manager Asset Manager Services (Fund Accounting)

Purpose of the Job

The Assistant Manager - Fund Accounting is responsible for managing the preparation review and delivery of financial reports and accounts for a portfolio of funds and fund-related entities. The role ensures that all client accounting requirements are delivered accurately within agreed deadlines and in line with applicable accounting standards regulatory requirements and contractual obligations.

Working closely with clients auditors administrators and other key stakeholders the Assistant Manager provides technical accounting expertise enhances service delivery and contributes to the ongoing development of accounting processes controls and reporting standards.

Main Responsibilities 

• Manage the preparation and review of financial statements and reports for a portfolio of funds and fund-related entities.
• Develop a thorough understanding of fund structures transactions and reporting requirements.
• Deliver client accounting requirements and reporting obligations in a timely and accurate manner.
• Apply relevant accounting standards including UK GAAP IFRS and US GAAP and support the implementation of evolving industry best practices.
• Establish and enhance accounting and reporting procedures for new funds and entities.
• Provide technical guidance and support to administration teams to promote accurate and timely bookkeeping.
• Calculate and review Net Asset Values (NAVs) in accordance with fund-specific requirements.
• Build effective relationships with clients auditors and professional advisers to coordinate reporting and audit deliverables.
• Attend board and client meetings to present financial information and provide accounting insights.
• Coordinate the completion of audits and support the fulfilment of statutory regulatory and client reporting requirements.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of internal policies procedures and operational efficiencies.
• Support senior management in delivering an excellent client experience and maintaining strong client relationships.

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Qualifications :

• ACCA or ACA qualified or qualified through significant relevant professional experience.
• Experience within financial services fund accounting or a related accounting environment.
• Exposure to Private Equity Real Estate or Corporate structures is advantageous.

Knowledge Skills and Experience

• Strong technical accounting expertise with experience in preparing and reviewing financial statements.
• Knowledge of fund structures financial reporting requirements and applicable accounting standards.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage confidently with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage multiple deliverables effectively.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in financial systems and technology.
• Relationship-building skills with a professional client-focused approach.
• Collaborative adaptable and solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Additional Information :

All employees are expected to embody our core values that underpin everything that we do and that reflect the skills and behaviours we all need to be successful.  These are: 

• We are CLIENT CENTRIC Clients are at the centre of our world and were committed to providing expertise and specialist solutions to meet their most complex challenges.  

• We are AMBITIOUS We aim high. We think and act globally seizing every opportunity to delight our clients and support our colleagues - wherever in the world they may be. 

• We are AGILE We act on our initiative to get things done for our clients. Our independence gives us the flexibility and freedom to keep things simple efficient and effective.  

• We are COLLABORATIVE With a curious mindset we ask the right questions to get to the right solution for our clients faster. We collaborate to win together and share our successes. 

• We are ETHICAL We behave with integrity at all times and assume positive intent buildingtrust through responsible actions and honest relationships. 

Equal Opportunities for everyone 

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Were an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age ethnicity religion sex sexual orientation gender identity family or parental status national origin or veteran neurodiversity or disability status. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time