Analyst - Financial Reporting
Location: Dublin
Department: Financial Reporting
Reports to: Financial Reporting Team Manager
Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Leave Cover)
The Opportunity
Our client, a leading financial services organisation specialising in fund administration and asset servicing, is seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst to join its Dublin-based team on a 12-month maternity leave contract.
The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for reviewing financial statement drafts for investment fund clients, working closely with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure the accurate and timely completion of audited and unaudited financial statements.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fund accountant or financial reporting professional with a strong understanding of investment fund accounting, financial reporting standards and audit processes.
Key Responsibilities
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Review financial statements for investment funds, ensuring accuracy and completeness across balance sheets, income statements, statements of changes in net assets, investment schedules, cash flow statements and supporting disclosures.
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Extract, analyse and interpret financial information from fund accounting records.
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Ensure compliance with reporting requirements relating to securities, derivatives, income accruals, foreign exchange, capital stock, expenses and income and capital gains distributions.
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Coordinate with international colleagues to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of audited and unaudited financial statements.
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Liaise with external auditors, consultants and clients throughout the financial statement preparation and audit process.
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Collaborate with internal teams, including valuations and depositary, to obtain and validate the information required for financial reporting.
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Develop financial statement templates for new clients, ensuring compliance with applicable disclosure requirements and reporting standards.
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Implement and maintain effective controls and processes to ensure accurate records, mitigate business risks and support operational efficiency.
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Monitor and apply changes to relevant regulations, legislation and accounting standards, including GAAP and IFRS.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial reporting and tax requirements applicable to mutual funds, hedge funds and pooled investment vehicles.
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Support ad hoc projects, monthly reporting activities and management tasks as required.
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Provide support to senior management and deputise for the Senior Manager when required.
Requirements and Experience
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Minimum of four years' experience in fund reporting or fund accounting, including financial statement preparation and audit coordination.
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Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
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Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
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In-depth knowledge of GAAP and IFRS.
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Strong understanding of UCITS funds and/or hedge funds.
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Good working knowledge of financial instruments and their accounting treatment.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
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Excellent time management, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
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Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
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Demonstrated client focus, commercial awareness and results orientation.
Technical Skills
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
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Experience reviewing investment fund financial statements and supporting audit processes.
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Ability to interpret complex financial information and apply relevant accounting standards.
The Opportunity
This role offers the opportunity to join an established financial reporting function within a leading financial services organisation, gaining exposure to a broad range of investment funds, international stakeholders and complex financial reporting requirements.
The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining reporting accuracy, meeting regulatory and client deadlines, and supporting continuous improvement across financial reporting processes.
