At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage corporate accounting and financial reporting for a dynamic investment firm.
- Company: Join a successful Venture Capital firm with a collaborative finance team.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and exposure to senior stakeholders.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive and entrepreneurial setting.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and work closely with the CFO in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in venture capital or private equity.
A successful Venture Capital firm is looking for a qualified Corporate Accountant to join its finance team on an initial 3-6 month contract.
Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a broad, hands-on role with responsibility for the corporate accounting and financial reporting across a multi-entity investment business. You will also manage one member of the finance team and work closely with senior stakeholders.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Production and review of consolidated management accounts and financial reporting
- Budgeting, forecasting and management information
- Coordination of statutory accounts and year-end audit
- Oversight of tax, regulatory reporting and other compliance requirements
- Cash management, treasury and foreign currency exposure
- Review of payroll, expenses, purchase ledger and intercompany accounting
- Supporting the CFO with wider finance and business projects
The remit covers a genuinely broad mix of management reporting, statutory accounts, tax, budgeting, team oversight and treasury.
The Candidate
You must be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent) with experience working in a similar role within a smaller alternative investment firm. Experience within Venture Capital, Private Equity, Private Credit or a comparable investment management business is essential, alongside:
- Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience
- Experience within a multi-entity environment
- Previous management or supervisory responsibility
- Strong Excel and financial systems skills and open to using AI tools
- A hands-on approach and ability to operate effectively within a small finance team
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Management Accountant or Financial Accountant who enjoys a broad role and wants direct exposure to the CFO within a successful and entrepreneurial investment business. Candidates must be available to start within the next 2-4 weeks.
Corporate Accountant - Venture Capital (Contract) employer: International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP)
Join a leading global bank that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture in the heart of London. With a focus on professional development, this role offers you the chance to enhance your skills in a dynamic international banking environment while enjoying the benefits of hybrid working. The bank is committed to supporting your growth through exposure to diverse teams and projects, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP) Recruitment Team
