At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead global fund operations and ensure smooth transitions during a period of change.
- Company: Join a global asset management group focused on innovation and transformation.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, project completion bonus, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Rolling contract with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in fund operations while enhancing your skills in a global setting.
- Qualifications: Qualified chartered accountant with extensive fund operations experience.
Equifind are supporting a global asset management group with the appointment of an Interim Fund Accountant to help support the business through a period of change and transformation.
The role will oversee a broad range of fund operations activities across multiple jurisdictions, including fund administration, deal and tax structuring, valuations, and finance operations.
Working closely with the investment, finance, and corporate teams, you'll help ensure strong governance, efficient processes, and smooth day-to-day operational delivery.
A key part of the assignment will be supporting the transition from the current fund administrator to a new provider, helping to manage the migration process and minimise disruption to the wider business.
This is a rolling contract, with a minimum of 12 months.
Key Responsibilities Lead global fund operations for the infrastructure platform, ensuring high-quality execution across all operational, financial, and administrative activities.
Oversee the full lifecycle of fund operations, including capital activity, investor reporting, liquidity management, and governance processes.
Drive operational best practice, process optimisation, and scalability across the platform.
Partner with investment teams to support deal structuring, execution, and post-transaction integration.
Oversee tax structuring for new investments and fund vehicles, coordinating with internal tax teams and external advisors.
Lead the valuation process for infrastructure assets and fund portfolios, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to valuation policies.
Collaborate with investment and asset management teams to review performance metrics, assumptions, and methodologies.
Manage relationships with third-party administrators, custodians, auditors, and other service providers.
Oversee financial reporting, audit processes, and regulatory filings across multiple jurisdictions.
Ensure strong internal controls, risk management, and compliance frameworks are maintained and continuously improved.
Application Criteria A qualified chartered accountant, Extensive experience in fund operations within infrastructure, private markets, private equity, or real assets.
Strong technical expertise across fund structures, valuations, tax structuring, and global operational frameworks.
Proven leadership experience, ideally within a large asset manager or institutional investment environment.
Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and collaborate across global teams.
Highly organised, strategic, and solutions-oriented, with a track record of driving operational excellence.
Strong understanding of regulatory environments across key jurisdictions.
Rate The rate on offer is up £500-550 per day, along with a project completion bonus payable upon successful completion of the assignment.
Interim Fund Accountant employer: Equifind Group
Equifind is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values the contributions of every team member. Located in Finsbury Park, this part-time role as Accounts Payable Team Lead not only provides flexibility for those returning to work but also presents opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and expanding team. Joining a globally recognised sports brand means being part of a mission that supports elite athletes, making your work both meaningful and rewarding.
