Accountant

Accountant

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Prepare management accounts and calculate carried interest allocations for BC Partners' fund structures.
  • Company: BC Partners is a leading international investment firm with a focus on private equity since 1986.
  • Benefits: Enjoy an active sports and social calendar along with a great benefits package and on-site parking.
  • Other info: Position based in St Peter Port, Guernsey; applicants must hold a full Guernsey Right to Work.
  • Why this job: Specialise in private equity remuneration structures with broad exposure in a high-performance team.
  • Qualifications: Newly qualified ACA/ACCA with strong analytical skills and experience in financial reporting.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 Β£ per year.

This is a full-time, on-site role for an Accountant within the Carried Interest Team, based in St Peter Port, Guernsey. The successful candidate will play a key role in the calculation, administration, and reporting of carried interest and co-investment plans across BC Partners' fund structures. This is a varied role offering broad exposure to the mechanics of private equity remuneration structures, an area few newly qualified accountants get to specialise in.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing and reviewing management accounts, financial statements and cash flow analyses for a range of carry and co-investment vehicles.
  • Maintaining accurate books and records for multiple limited partnerships and related entities.
  • Calculating carried interest allocations and distributions, and generating periodic investor payment schedules and reports.
  • Supporting tax and regulatory compliance processes, including assisting with information reporting requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Assisting with year-end audits, liaising with auditors, fund administrators and other external service providers.
  • Responding to queries from carry participants and supporting investor data and document management.
  • Contributing to process improvements as the team expands its in-house capabilities.

The role would suit a newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) looking to build a specialism in private equity, with strong attention to detail, good Excel skills, and the confidence to communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications:

  • Newly qualified ACA/ACCA (or equivalent), ideally with audit or financial reporting experience.
  • Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with financial data and reports.
  • Experience with financial software, data analysis tools, and investment tracking systems.
  • Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with team members, investors, and stakeholders.
  • Experience in the private equity or investment management industry is a plus.
  • Comfortable working on-site in a high-performance team environment aligned with company goals.

Why Join?

  • Work in a premier location offering both beauty and career opportunities.
  • Be part of our high-energy, supportive team dedicated to excellence.
  • Develop your career in the rewarding private equity sector.
  • Enjoy an active sports and social calendar with regular team and firm-wide events.
  • Great benefits package and on-site parking.

Applicants must hold a full Guernsey Right to Work. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship or work permits for this position.

BC Partners is a leading international investment firm, founded in 1986 as one of the first pan-European buy-out investors. With offices in London, Paris, Hamburg, and New York, the firm invests in businesses across Europe and North America. BC Partners offers a range of strategic investment solutions, including a Credit Investment platform focused on yield and opportunistic opportunities. Utilizing rigorous analysis, BC Partners aims to deliver value for investors through a consistent investment approach designed to ensure both downside protection and meaningful returns. The firm's partnership structure is carefully aligned with the interests of its investors.

Accountant employer: BC Partners

BC Partners, located in St Peter Port, Guernsey, offers a supportive team environment and a rewarding career in private equity. The firm has a rich history since 1986 and provides excellent benefits, including on-site parking and a vibrant social calendar.

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Contact Details:

BC Partners Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accountant

Management Accounts Preparation
Financial Statement Review
Cash Flow Analysis
Bookkeeping
Carried Interest Calculation
Investor Payment Scheduling
Tax Compliance