Fund Accounting Manager
Posted 1 week ago by HAYS
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
South East, UK
Summary: The Fund Accounting Manager role involves overseeing the launch of new private equity funds for a well-established asset management company based in London. The position requires managing fund setup, financial records, and accounting policies while collaborating with senior stakeholders and leading a small team. This interim role offers a competitive daily rate and the potential for a longer-term opportunity. The company promotes a hybrid working model with up to three days in the office.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the launch of new private equity funds.
- Oversee fund setup, including financial records and accounting policies.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders and service providers.
- Lead a small team and manage various projects related to fund launches.
Key Skills:
- Qualified accountant with extensive fund launch experience.
- Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
- Project management experience.
- Interest in a longer-term opportunity.
Salary (Rate): £650 Daily
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Finance
Your new company
You will be working for a well-established asset management business based in London. They operate globally with offices in the US, EMEA and APAC and are looking at launching a number of new funds in the next 12 months, so they are looking for an interim Fund Accounting Manager to manage this process.
Your new role
You will be responsible for the launch of new funds, predominantly private equity funds within the UK. You will own the fund setup and oversee the structure, including the creation of financial records and establishing accounting policies. You will be business partnering internally and dealing with a number of senior stakeholders across the business. You will be responsible for a number of projects involved with the launch of these funds and be managing a small team.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified accountant with extensive previous experience launching funds. You will have great communication skills and be regularly dealing with senior stakeholders and partnering with service providers. You will enjoy project work and be looking for a longer-term opportunity with the possibility of moving into a permanent role.
What you'll get in return
You will get a rate of up to £650 per day and the opportunity to work for an impressive company with a great reputation in the market. They offer hybrid working of up to 3 days in the office.
What you need to do now
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