Assistant Fund Accountant

Assistant Fund Accountant/Finance Operations Analyst

This role will be taking ownership of the transactional finance duties within a fund at a very reputable investment manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage weekly shareholder allotments and subscription processing, ensuring timely and accurate execution.
• Coordinate shareholder exits, redemptions, and withdrawal requests in line with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate investor records and supporting documentation.
• Respond to investor and adviser queries, providing a high level of service and professionalism.

Investor Administration & Shareholder Transactions

• Prepare and execute payment runs across multiple entities, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Support banking administration, including monitoring cash positions, setting up payments, and maintaining banking relationships.
• Assist with cash flow management and reconciliation activities across the group.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare quarterly investor statements and bi-annual investor reports, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Collate and analyse data for investor reporting requirements.
• Support the production of management information and operational reporting as required.
• Assist with data requests from Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs), auditors, and other external stakeholders.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key point of contact for investor and adviser enquiries.
• Maintain strong relationships with external service providers, including depositaries, banking partners, and professional advisers.
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure the smooth delivery of investor and finance operations.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and enhance existing processes.
• Assist with the implementation of new procedures, controls, and reporting capabilities.
• Support ongoing projects and ad-hoc analysis as required.

Type of candidate:

• Background within finance/accounting or an investment management business
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communicator and problem solver

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary, up to £45,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working model from their offices in London