Investment Accountant Global Life Insurance Provider
12 to 18 month FTC
Our client is a global market leading life insurance provider.
This Investment Accountant in London, reporting to a Director within the investment services team is a key business role within the department. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for validating the completeness and accuracy of the investment accounting data provided via multiple outsourced service providers, ensuring the completion of robust controls and reconciliations, attesting that all Investment asset accounting is correct and delivered to SAP for IFRS reporting, as well as German GAAP. There will also be a requirement to complete data quality checks and support the enhancement of data quality for investment data used in regulatory reporting processes at a Group and local level. The successful candidate will require effective communication and stakeholder management skills to work across BAU and project activities spanning several international markets and working environments.
Key Responsibilities
Providing first level input and control checks on the monthly Investment Accounting numbers into the General Ledger (SAP), with reconciliation to source system (Clearwater) covering IFRS and German GAAP
Ensuring the timely clearance of suspense & aged balances, reconciliation breaks and validating the accuracy of asset classifications
Data preparation and validations for accrued interest postings and other ad hoc entries
Complete the monthly cash reconciliation
Tracking of redemptions and subscriptions in the company’s investment structures and ensuring accurate postings in Clearwater
Ability to understand and review investment asset data attributes across multiple asset classes including private loans, derivatives, funds, and bonds. This is applicable for directly held assets as well as on a look-through basis
Perform first level control validations on investment asset data attributes to ensure completeness and accuracy covering issuer level data, rating analysis, coupons, CIC codes, internal classifications
Assistance in monitoring the delivery of data from outsourced service providers and the oversight of services provided
Document and maintain the Investment operating processes and procedures ensuring all are up to date
Assistance in the production of regular BAU reporting deliverables including analytical reviews and control attestations
Own assigned tasks and ensure these are completed in line with SLAs
Ensure adequate documentation of all tasks undertaken and updated in line with any changes in accordance with internal control frameworks
Operating under a continuous improvement mindset to challenging existing processes and working with service providers as necessary to implement
Assist in the embedding of the risk culture and control framework across ISS including identification of risks and controls and remedial actions to address all points
Role requirements
Qualified Accountant or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years experience working in a Finance or Investments role in the Insurance or Financial Services industry. We are looking for someone who has trained and qualified within the Insurance or Financial Services industry rather than someone who has worked at an accountancy practice
Experience in investment assets including accounting, ideally covering IFRS and Solvency II reporting
Experience of working in a dynamic development environment with an appreciation of BAU, Change and Projects
Excellent organisation skills, time management and the ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong technical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail, quality driven mentality, and high standards of accuracy
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, developers, and subject matter experts
Ability to react to changing priorities and work unsupervised, a can do attitude
Given the nature of this role and the evolving state of the team, this individual will need to be comfortable and thrive in an environment of change and, at times, uncertainty
The Opportunity
A newly created role supporting the continued implementation of Advent Geneva, focused on leading Phase 2 of a multi-year programme
As an Advent Geneva SME, you will work closely with senior stakeholders across London and the US (Fund Accounting, Investor Relations, Middle Office and Technology) to drive accuracy, scalability and transparency across core systems
You will play a key role in delivering the next phase of the implementation, including onboarding 50+ funds and entitie
Key responsibilities include analysing and optimising Geneva / GIA functionality, supporting fund structure implementation, and overseeing trade, position and investor data flows
You will manage data governance across IBOR, internal platforms and third-party administrators, reconcile data across systems, and lead root cause analysis to resolve discrepancies
A strong focus will be placed on driving automation, improving reporting consistency and enhancing overall data architecture
Your Experience
You will be a technical implementation and support specialist with a strong background delivering fund accounting and investment technology solutions within alternative asset managers
Hands-on experience with Advent Geneva is highly desirable
You will demonstrate a deep understanding of investment data (transactions, positions, valuations and P&L), combined with a highly analytical mindset and strong problem-solving capability
Experience working in a data-focused or business analysis role is essential, alongside a good understanding of data warehousing principles
Exposure to private credit or CLOs is advantageous, as are working knowledge of SQL, BI tools and Python
The Client
A global alternative investment firm focused on private credit and opportunistic strategies, partnering with financial institutions and corporates on complex, bespoke transactions
The firm has an established institutional investor base and a strong reputation for its agile, deal-led approach and technical expertise across international markets
Fund Administrator 6 month FTC Private Debt
Our client is one of Europe’s leading private debt funds managing and advising approximately $20 billion of capital.
There is currently an opportunity for a Fund Administrator to join the Senior Fund Controller team on a 6 month FTC. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone from a third party fund administrator firm to gain experience in a dynamic and fast-growing investment firm.
About the role
The Fund Administrator will work across the Accounts team and with other members of Finance and Administration with updating investor information, and corresponding with LPs regarding Distributions, Drawdowns and Financials
Generating and distributing Drawdown and Distribution Notices, tax information, compliance details and financials to investors
Updating Static Data across Investran and the Investor Portal, including updating deals and positions on Investran
Liaising with IR to ensure new Investors are accurately added to Investran and the Investor Portal
Assisting with investor queries
Liaising with the Luxembourg AIFM to assist with fund administration, including maintaining LP and Share registers
What we are looking for
A strong team player, flexible, highly motivated and have good attention to detail
Ideally have an accounting administration background from a UK based third party fund administrator or someone working as an in house fund administrator at a fund manager
Proficient in the use of Investran and Microsoft Office 365
Fund Accountant 12 to 18 month contract Global Private Equity firm
Our client is a leading global private equity advisory firm, with over 50 years of working to inspire growth and ideas that transform businesses and over $70 billion in assets under management.
Key Responsibilities
Production of annual financial statements under UK and US GAAP for review by Funds Admin Manager
Accounting for daily bank transactions across multiple partnership bank accounts in EUR and USD, using Investran. Reconciliation of all bank accounts on a weekly basis.
Preparing payment requests
Posting of ledger entries on a daily basis, using Investran accounting system
Monitor continuous cash requirements to ensure funds day to day liquidity
Assist in the preparation of investor reports and checking outputs
Preparation of weekly cash flow forecasts
Liaising and helping auditors with requests as part of interim reviews and year end audits
Collecting and collating quarterly portfolio company Fair Valuation data and securing backup from deal teams
Assisting in the production of ad hoc reports for internal teams
Project work
Prepare answers for ad hoc investor queries
Skills & Competencies
To be an accurate, numerate and intelligent newly or recently qualified accountant coming from practice or possibly someone who has moved from practice into a fund accounting role in fund management
Ability to assess complex financial transactions to derive the journal entries required and notes for senior manager review on all outputs is essential
Preparation of financial statements from journal entry through to full financials including notes for manager review is essential
A disciplined approach to work including ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Good communication skills
To have a positive approach to problem solving and a desire to work as part of an entrepreneurial team
Ability to manage priorities and proactively take on new tasks
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Powerpoint
Large scale online Banking systems e.g. RBSI eQ
Investran or other sophisticated accounting system
PE Fund Accountant 6 month contract
Our client is a leading private markets growth investor, specialising in private equity and private debt with offices around the world.
Reporting to the Senior Fund Controllers, this role will help the team in managing the co-investment vehicles that invest across all our private equity strategies, within the private equity Fund Operations team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, quarterly investor reporting, year-end audit, co-investment treasury and working closely with several internal and external stakeholders.
The role will work collaboratively within an immediate team of 3 and the wider Fund Operations team of over 20.
Supporting the Senior Fund Controllers with preparation of quarter end financial packs.
Liaison with, and reporting to, the Fund’s third-party depositary under AIFMD.
Involvement in the quarterly reporting cycle in accordance with agreed timetables and preparation of Investor Reports, Capital Accounts and ILPA statements.
Assisting with preparation of statutory accounts in accordance with LPAs and US GAAP, including being a contact point for fund auditors.
Supporting the team with drawdown and distribution processes.
Working alongside the IR team on investor requests.
Management of investment legal documentation.
Daily updating of accounting software and monitoring of bank accounts.
Arranging payments and transfers through the internet banking system as required.
Understanding of and familiarisation with the relevant Limited Partnership Agreements.
Assisting the Senior Fund Controllers with reviewing and monitoring treasury aspects, including an understanding of the FX strategies and the related reporting, management of the fund finance bridges and related covenants.
Required skills
Likely ACA / ACCA partially qualified but open on amount of experience
Experience using eFront software essential
Private Equity experience highly desirable
Displays strong verbal and written skills
Ensures clear, concise and appropriate communication
Operates in an organised and structured manner with an appropriate focus on detail
Remains flexible and demonstrates ability to prioritise work
Remains composed under pressure
Ability to work unsupervised and keen to take on responsibilities
The role sits within a collaborative and progressive HR function and plays a key part in delivering people initiatives aligned to business growth
The Role
As an HR Business Partner, you will provide high-quality HR advisory and operational support to the IT client group, working closely with managers and HR colleagues across the business. The role covers the full employee lifecycle and combines day-to-day advisory work with involvement in wider HR projects and initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
Acting as a trusted HR adviser, providing guidance in line with policy, best practice, and employment legislation
Supporting performance management processes, including objective setting, reviews, and development planning
Handling employee relations matters, including performance, conduct, grievance, absence, and family leave cases
Supporting reward processes, HR projects, and continuous improvement of HR operations and data accuracy
You will work closely with HR Operations and other stakeholders to ensure consistent, compliant, and high-quality people support.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
Around 8 – 10 years proven HR generalist experience, ideally within financial services but may include top professional services if the experience looks after a small client group. (up to 100)
Strong knowledge of UK employment law and regulated environments
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Confident communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders
A proactive, inquisitive mindset with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach
CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience) and solid Microsoft Office skills are highly desirable.
This role is 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home. Office hours are standard for the city but they are not flexible .
There is no visa sponsorship for this role.
Our client is one of Europe’s leading private debt funds. As the business continues to flourish, they require an experienced fund accountant to join them for the next 12 months. You will have relevant Private Debt/Credit or Private Equity fund accounting experience and be available immediately or at short notice.
The Role
Quarterly and annual fund accounting for several Guernsey and Luxembourg based closed-ended funds. This includes reconciliation of the general ledgers, preparation of Fund financial statements, and preparation of Capital Account statements for individual investors
Quarterly and annual reporting for other entities related to their Funds, including accounts for General Partner entities and internal carry reporting for Founder Limited Partner members
Preparation of Drawdown / Distribution calculations and notices for external investors, monitoring cash & liquidity alongside middle office colleagues
Key role in year-end Audit, preparing deliverables for auditors and managing internal timelines
Limited Partner Requests – monitoring and preparation of regular and adhoc requests, liaising with the Investor Relations team to provide information to external investors
Involvement with third party providers where relevant, for example outsourcing elements of the fund accounting function and ad hoc project work
Training – developing an understanding of Fund structures, software and processes
Streamlining and improving our reporting processes, documenting procedures
Requirements
You will highly likely to be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA, CPA)
Have relevant fund accounting experience in Private Debt/Credit or Private Equity
Be available immediately or at short notice
Be based in the UK already and have eligibility to work in the UK. This role is NOT offering sponsorship
If you are based outside of the UK, then please do not apply
Senior Performance Analyst
£70,000 – £80,000 basic salary plus discretionary bonus and generous employee benefits (ideally contract to permanent). May consider permanent straight away
My Client:
An independent US headquartered investment management firm with offices across US, as well as key financial centres in the Middle East and Europe
Their client base is a mix of highly innovative institutional and private clients
Promotes a culture that strives to inspire – not only in terms of seeking to be an industry disrupter and game changer, but also to nurture exceptional talent and deliver a client-first
The Opportunity:
This role plays a key part in delivering the client-first experience, ensuring that the needs of clients are met and their expectations are exceeded
Working with a small team of dedicated teammates in London and in the US, this role is broad in nature and will suit a candidate who is happy to go the extra mile and provide ad-hoc analysis outside of the regular reporting cycle
Generate monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc reports for our private client and institutional relationships
Produce custom business-segment and/or firm analytics for managerial reporting on a regular or ad-hoc basis
Analyze and interpret relevant investment data, including portfolio positions, transactions, and performance attribution for equity, fixed income, and some derivatives
Develop, communicate, and/or expound reports and analysis for internal and external stakeholders
Troubleshoot any reporting or operational process errors, propose and implement solutions
Manage projects to create or improve reporting content and/or advance strategic business goals
Provide support, innovation, and project consultation for multiple business segments
Your Experience:
You will have a strong record of academic achievement, ideally within a Finance, Economics or related field
Relevant industry qualifications would be beneficial e.g. IMC, CISI, CAIA
What is key is previous Performance Attribution and Risk Reporting experience – minimum of 3 years, with 2+ years direct experience of FactSet (Bloomberg PORT for Fixed Income would be desirable but not essential)
Ability to draw own conclusions, articulate positions, communicate key messages, make recommendations, and influence in a team
Strong Excel knowledge and experience of working with large data sets
Experience of SQL / Tableau would be helpful, as would knowledge of Advent Software or other portfolio management systems
Detail-oriented; strong communication skill, both verbal and written
Team orientated; ability to multi-task and work in a deadline driven and fast paced environment
