Fund Accountant at Ocorian

, Guernsey, Guernsey -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Private Equity Accounting, Net Asset Value Calculation, Audit Liaison, Advanced Excel, Technical Accounting, Client Relationship Management, Regulatory Reporting, Statutory Reporting, Financial Planning

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Company Description Fund services | Corporate | Capital markets | Private client | Regulatory & Compliance We help clients succeed by unlocking new value through expertise, trust and scale. We deliver solutions that solve complex challenges faced by asset managers, financial institutions, corporates, high net-worth individuals and family offices. With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, faster. We collaborate to win together, sharing successes and shaping the future of our global business. Our culture of support and recognition provides the tools and opportunities for you to grow, while unlocking the most value for our clients and making your mark with Ocorian. Expertise: We deliver specialist, tech-enabled solutions for our clients grounded on deep industry expertise. Trust: We’re a trusted partner to over 8,000 clients globally. We are proud to have long-lasting partnerships with our clients. Scale: With more than 1,500 colleagues, we operate across 20+ countries, our scale enables us to support our clients globally and locally, providing a seamless client experience across borders and service lines. What’s In It For You Competitive salary We are globally hybrid (please check the specifics for this role during interview process) Flexible working hours Private Pension Plan fully paid by the company after probation Private medical insurance with Catastrophe cover fully paid by the company Employee recognition program and spot bonuses Job Description Purpose of the job This is a position requiring an ACA or ACCA qualified or near qualified person with excellent technical knowledge of the accounting requirements of closed-ended private equity funds. Main responsibilities Working as part of a team on the planning and preparation of financial reporting for a portfolio of private equity funds, ensuring reporting deadlines are met and the delivery of client accounting requirements (including annual accounts, management accounts and capital account statements) are in compliance with the Company’s contractual obligations. Develop an understanding of all entities within the fund structure, the nature of their transactions and reporting requirements. Ensure that current accounting standards and best practice principles are applied to the accounts production process and kept current as such standards and principles develop. Assist with setting up reporting for new funds based on fund documents and client reporting requirements. Provide guidance and support to administration and investor services teams in respect of calls and distribution calculations, investor queries, etc. Calculate Net Asset Values in accordance with individual funds’ requirements. Liaise with clients and other professional advisers to agree timetables for the production of accounts. Attend board meetings and other client meetings to present accounts and discuss accounting related matters. Liaise with auditors to ensure the timely completion of audits for fund and fund related entities. Ensure that regulatory and statutory reporting requirements are met. Ensure the Company’s policies and procedures are used and adhered to within the accounts team and to be part of the continuing development of those policies and procedures. Qualifications Knowledge, skills and experience Solid and pragmatic accounting skills and technical accounting knowledge Excellent presentational, written and verbal communication skills Meticulous attention to detail Excellent organisational and planning skills including managing expectations which will include determining that which is important versus that which is urgent Advanced Excel skills and strong IT skills The ability, desire and clarity of thought to further define and develop the scope of the role Professionalism and ability to win the respect of clients Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Knowledge of the efront system would be beneficial. Experience of closed-ended private equity reporting would be beneficial Additional Information All staff are expected to embody our core values that underpin everything that we do and that reflect the skills and behaviours we all need to be successful. These are: We are CLIENT CENTRIC – Clients are at the centre of our world, and we’re committed to providing expertise and specialist solutions to meet their most complex challenges. We are AMBITIOUS – We aim high. We think and act globally, seizing every opportunity to delight our clients and support our colleagues - wherever in the world they may be. We are AGILE – We act on our initiative to get things done for our clients. Our independence gives us the flexibility and freedom to keep things simple, efficient and effective. We are COLLABORATIVE – With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, for our clients faster. We collaborate to win together and share our successes. We are ETHICAL – We behave with integrity at all times and assume positive intent, building trust through responsible actions and honest relationships. Equal Opportunities for Everyone Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you. You can reach us at [email protected]. We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status. Region: UK, CI and Ireland Jurisdiction: Guernsey

Responsibilities

The role involves planning and preparing financial reporting, including annual and management accounts, for a portfolio of closed-ended private equity funds. Key duties include calculating Net Asset Values, liaising with auditors, and attending board meetings to present accounting matters.