Who we are looking for: A candidate who is required to solve problems and provide assistance and guidance to the Fund Accountants. Achieving quality of service is a team effort and the Senior Fund Accountant needs to function at all times as a team player and ensure that other members of the team do so.
Why this role is important to us: The team you will be joining is a part of International Fund Services (IFS), acquired by State Street in July 2002. IFS, also known as Alternative Investment Solutions is a recognized industry-leading provider of fund accounting, fund administration and risk services to hedge funds and private equity funds. These services are fully integrated to provide complete end-to-end solutions that span the front-, middle- and back-office requirements of institutional investors. Join us if making your mark in the alternative investment industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for: As Senior Fund Accountant you will:
Preparation of daily cash, position and market value reconciliations including trade capture and pricing
Assist in the Dealing Date accounting process
Assist in reviewing and resolving reconciliations of portfolio cash and security accounts
Opportunity to work on corporate actions, equities, fixed income, futures, options and swaps and complex financial instruments
Assist in semi-annual and annual audit process
Handle more complex tasks
Provide advice and serve as a point of reference for queries from junior fund accountants
During the course of normal day to day operation, responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and must report and/or escalate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures
What we value: These skills will help you succeed in this role:
Highly numerate
IT Literate
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to perform effectively within strict client deadlines
Education & Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in Accounting or Finance or Business related area (minimum 2.2 honors degree).
ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CPA qualified or part qualified an advantage.
Additional requirements:
Typically would have at least one year experience of hedge funds.
We offer
Flexible working hours (restricted to the current business need)
