At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver accurate financial reporting and support junior team members in fund accounting.
- Company: Established financial services organisation with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and structured career progression.
- Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities for mentorship and process improvement.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work with high-profile clients in private capital.
- Qualifications: ACA or ACCA part qualified with experience in fund accounting.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
About the Client
Our client is a well‑established organisation operating within the Financial Services sector, providing specialist fund administration and accounting services to a diverse portfolio of private capital clients. With a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality solutions.
About the Job
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fund Accountant to join a growing fund accounting team. The successful candidate will take responsibility for delivering accurate financial reporting and accounting services across a portfolio of alternative investment funds, whilst supporting junior team members and maintaining high standards of client service.
Duties will include:
- Overseeing bank, cash and ledger reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Producing treasury and liquidity reporting for fund structures.
- Monitoring financing arrangements and supporting compliance reporting requirements.
- Preparing and reviewing investor capital call and distribution documentation.
- Assisting with the preparation and review of indirect and corporate tax submissions alongside external advisers.
- Responding to investor enquiries and supporting wider investor relations activities.
- Preparing and reviewing management accounts and financial performance reports.
- Producing quarterly reporting packs for investors and stakeholders.
- Preparing and reviewing annual statutory and non‑statutory financial statements.
- Liaising with auditors, legal advisers, tax specialists and other external service providers.
- Ensuring compliance with internal controls, risk management procedures and quality standards.
- Providing guidance, mentoring and on‑the‑job training to junior team members.
- Supporting workload planning and resource allocation to meet client deadlines.
- Contributing to process improvement initiatives and operational enhancement projects.
- Taking increasing ownership of client relationships and portfolio management responsibilities as experience develops.
About the Successful Applicant
You will be ACA or ACCA part qualified. Previous exposure to private equity, private debt or real estate fund accounting is essential. Strong technical accounting knowledge, excellent attention to detail.
What You Will Receive in Return
In return, you will join a respected organisation that offers exposure to a varied and high‑profile client portfolio within the private capital sector. You will benefit from ongoing professional development, structured career progression, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to work closely with industry‑leading professionals.
Fund Accountant in Basingstoke employer: Wade Macdonald
Join a respected organisation in Basingstoke that excels in the Financial Services sector, offering a dynamic work environment where you can develop your skills as a Fund Accountant. With a commitment to professional growth, you'll enjoy structured career progression, mentorship from industry experts, and the chance to work on high-profile client portfolios, all while being part of a supportive team that values quality and innovation.
