Fund Accountant Specialist
Business Unit: Asset Management - Fund Accounting
Contract Type: 12-Month Contract with a view to extend or make permanent
Location: Dublin
About the Company
Our client is a leading international financial services organisation with a strong reputation for stability, expertise and client service excellence. The business operates a diversified and integrated model with a significant global footprint.
The organisation is built on core principles including agility, client satisfaction, compliance culture and openness. It promotes a strong sense of responsibility and integrity while fostering a collaborative and respectful working environment where employees are supported to perform at their best.
The Role
The Fund Accounting Specialist will assist with the onboarding of new clients and will be responsible for the validation and release of NAV pricing for funds completed offshore. The role also involves direct client interaction, including responding to queries and issuing reports.
This position requires daily engagement with multiple stakeholders across the valuation process, including internal Transfer Agency, Depositary and Client Service teams, as well as external Investment Managers, Management Companies, Auditors and Brokers. Strong communication skills are essential.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with the management of new client onboarding
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Complete daily allocations, including end-to-end NAV oversight for newly onboarded funds and final review prior to price release for existing clients
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Review NAV reports (balance sheet, profit & loss, portfolio reports) and respond to queries from internal teams and clients
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Take ownership of additional daily/monthly ad hoc tasks, including:
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Support the Financial Reporting team with audit and semi-annual financial statement queries
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Take ownership of Fund Accounting queries for allocated funds
Experience & Qualifications
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Minimum 5 years' Fund Accounting experience (accounting qualification desirable but not essential)
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Strong Excel and Outlook skills
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Solid understanding of Fund Accounting, including Custodian and Prime Broker/Counterparty activities
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Good knowledge of OTC products
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Experience dealing directly with clients and external stakeholders
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Experience with accounting systems (e.g. Multifonds) desirable
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End-to-end valuation process experience advantageous
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Good understanding of fund onboarding/transition processes
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Strong project management capability
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Excellent organisational skills
