Fund Oversight/ Accountant

An amazing new opportunity here for an experienced Fund Accounting hire! Please reach out if you have experience with: - NAVs: including Reconciliation, Reporting, Oversight of the Fund Administrator - Fund coverage: LUX Domiciled UCITS - Man-Co: Waystone - Custodian: NT - Projects: Fund Accounting platform implementation

FUND OVERSIGHT ACCOUNTANT

Keywords: investment accounting, fund oversight, client reporting, reconciliations, regulatory compliance, relationship management, process improvement, teamwork, data analysis, accounting qualification

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Investment/ Fund Accountant to join a highly respected investment accounting group based in London, offering a competitive salary of £80,000 to £90,000. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will directly impact the accuracy and integrity of client investment records. You will play a pivotal part in maintaining robust financial controls, preparing detailed reports, and nurturing strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. The organisation is committed to fostering professional growth, encouraging knowledge sharing, and supporting flexible working opportunities to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance. If you are looking for a position that combines technical excellence with meaningful teamwork and offers the chance to make a real difference within a reputable financial institution, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

What you'll do:

• Maintain accurate investment book of record for each client by completing daily cash and security reconciliations, ensuring all exceptions are resolved promptly according to company guidelines.
• Monitor daily cash balances across multiple portfolios, identifying restricted income balances and preparing repatriation as required to optimise fund performance.
• Escalate aged cash and stock exceptions to senior administrators while providing clear documentation and proactive follow-up to ensure timely resolution.
• Oversee daily net asset value (NAV) tolerance reviews for all accounts and funds, ensuring any discrepancies are identified and addressed efficiently.
• Review calculated fund advisory waivers, rebates, and management fees to guarantee accuracy before processing large daily or monthly flows.
• Assist with ongoing tax reclaim analysis by market and client type, collaborating closely with tax consultants to maximise available benefits for clients.
• Verify all fund distribution calculations independently and liaise with implementation teams to ensure sufficient cash flow is maintained at all times.
• Conduct thorough reviews of account and fund financial statements by performing independent verification of figures and disclosures prior to finalisation.
• Perform rolling quality control checks on all accounts, reporting findings back to senior administrators or managers for further action as needed.
• Manage completion of custodian reconciliations for clients by resolving exceptions quickly and acting as a key process specialist or subject matter expert.

What you bring:

To excel as an Investment/ Fund Accountant in this role, you will bring substantial hands-on experience from previous positions within investment accounting or fund administration. Your background should include exposure to complex reconciliations, preparation of detailed financial statements, and direct involvement in regulatory compliance matters. You are adept at navigating multiple systems efficiently—even if you have not used every platform listed—and can quickly adapt your skills as new technologies are introduced. Your analytical mindset enables you to interpret intricate data sets while maintaining high standards of accuracy under pressure. Beyond technical proficiency, your interpersonal strengths shine through when collaborating on cross-functional projects or assisting colleagues during peak workloads. You understand the importance of empathy in building trust-based relationships both internally and externally. Your commitment extends beyond meeting deadlines; you actively seek opportunities for continuous improvement that benefit the wider department. With your combination of technical expertise, reliability, adaptability, and supportive nature, you are well-positioned to thrive in this rewarding environment.

• Demonstrated experience in investment accounting with at least three to five years’ proven track record managing complex fund operations within a financial services environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of daily cash and security reconciliations processes along with familiarity handling NAV tolerance reviews for diverse account structures.
• Proficiency in using industry-standard software such as Portia, Electra, and Microsoft Toolbox is preferred but not essential if you have strong transferable system skills.
• Exceptional numeracy skills combined with the ability to analyse data accurately when reviewing fund distributions or preparing client reports under tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities enabling you to build dependable relationships with colleagues, clients, third parties, and other stakeholders across the business.
• A collaborative approach that promotes enthusiasm within the team while demonstrating sensitivity towards others’ needs during busy periods or organisational change.
• Strong planning and organisational capabilities allowing you to manage multiple priorities simultaneously without compromising on quality or compliance standards.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills that facilitate effective problem-solving discussions as well as timely escalation of issues when necessary.
• A self-motivated attitude coupled with forward-thinking initiative—always seeking ways to add value through process improvements or knowledge sharing.

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