The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a growing Financial Reporting team, focused on Private Equity and Real Estate fund structures. This newly created role will see you take responsibility for the preparation and review of audited and unaudited financial statements, while managing relationships with auditors and ensuring timely delivery of financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and review financial statements for Private Equity and Real Estate investment funds, including:
* Balance Sheet
* Income Statement
* Statement of Changes in Net Assets
* Investment Statement
* Cash Flow Statements
* Relevant note disclosures and ratio analysis
* Apply INREV adjustments to NAV for reporting purposes
* Assist in documenting and embedding new team procedures and workflows
* Analyse financial data and extract relevant information from fund records
* Ensure reporting aligns with appropriate guidelines across various security types and financial instruments
* Collaborate with offshore colleagues and third-party service providers to ensure accurate and timely financial statement delivery
* Coordinate with external auditors, consultants, and clients throughout the audit process
* Liaise with internal teams such as valuations, Depositary, and record keepers to gather required data
Your Profile
* Minimum 6 years' experience in financial reporting or fund accounting, with strong exposure to audit management and financial statement preparation
* Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
* Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
* Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS
* Knowledge of UCITS and/or hedge fund structures
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent organisational and time management abilities
* Confident communicator with solid presentation skills
* Good knowledge of a broad range of financial instruments and their accounting treatment
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