Financial Accountant - London-based Hedge Fund

A highly regarded, credit-focused hedge fund based in London is looking to hire a newly-qualified Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong, commercially-minded accountant to move out of practice or industry, and into the fast-paced world of alternative asset management.

The fund runs a diverse set of strategies with a strong credit bias (both public and private), and this role would suit someone who wants genuine exposure to a sophisticated investment business, working closely with the CFO and wider finance function.

The role:

• Support the production of management accounts, financial reporting and management information for the business.
• Work closely with the CFO on ad hoc analysis, process improvement and finance projects.
• Partner with other functions across the business (operations, tax, compliance) to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Get involved in automating and improving existing finance processes, with genuine scope to bring in new tools and ways of working.

What they're looking for:

• ACA qualified (newly qualified), ideally trained at a top 15-25 firm - candidates with CIMA or ACCA will also be considered.
• A strong academic background: a numerate/STEM degree from a top 10-15 university, backed up by strong A-levels.
• Financial services audit or accounting experience is essential; exposure to credit (public or private) is a strong preference, though the fund is broadly agnostic on product and would simply lean towards candidates with a financial services client base.
• Strong technical skills - any experience with coding, building internal tools or using AI to improve processes would be a real plus.
• A polished, low-ego communicator who is motivated by learning and development rather than purely financial reward - this fund has a distinct culture and is looking for someone who will fit it.

This is a rare chance to join a well-established name in the hedge fund space at newly qualified level, with excellent long-term career prospects and direct exposure to senior stakeholders from day one. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.