Fund Accountant Director

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced investment operations professional to lead investment delivery, with a strong background in private equity fund accounting and alternative investment servicing. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of private markets operations, fund accounting processes and client service delivery, with transfer agency experience considered a strong advantage.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing operational delivery, driving process improvements, managing stakeholder relationships and ensuring high standards of service across investment operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee investment delivery and fund accounting operations, with a focus on private equity and alternative investment funds.

• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of fund accounting activities, including NAV calculations, financial reporting, fund valuations, capital calls, distributions and investor allocations.

• Oversee fund lifecycle events and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements and internal controls.

• Manage client relationships and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery and resolution of operational issues.

• Drive operational efficiency, process improvements and service quality initiatives across investment operations.

• Identify operational risks and implement appropriate controls to maintain accuracy, efficiency and compliance.

• Lead, develop and mentor teams to achieve operational excellence and meet client service expectations.

• Support business growth initiatives, client onboarding and the implementation of new funds, products and processes.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.

• Significant experience in fund accounting, particularly within private equity, alternative investments or private markets.

• Strong understanding of private equity fund structures, fund accounting principles, NAV calculations, capital calls, distributions and investor reporting.

• Experience managing complex fund accounting operations and delivering services to institutional or investment management clients.

• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a client-focused environment.

• Transfer agency experience is a strong advantage, particularly in investor servicing, subscription and redemption processing, investor onboarding, investor register maintenance and AML/KYC-related processes.

Preferred Background

Candidates from fund administrators, global custody banks, investment servicing providers or alternative investment operations teams will be considered favourably, particularly those with exposure to private equity fund accounting and transfer agency services.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your resume through this portal or send a copy of your CV (Word document) to [email protected].

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