Financial Accountant

Location
London (Central), London (Greater)
Salary
£55000 plus bonus
Posted
22 Feb 2018
Closes
01 Mar 2018
Ref
8270
Experience Levels
Qualified Accountant
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Based in Londons west end for my client a hedge fund with an AUM of £2bn

Short Description

The Financial Controller will report directly to the CFO and be responsible for the Financial aspects of the business at both the Management Company and Fund level.

Detailed Description

The Financial Controller will be responsible for the Financial aspects of the business & Funds including, but not limited to:

  • Daily accounting functions and Sun Accounting entries
  • Preparation Financial Statements and monthly Management Accounts
  • Assist with review and preparation of tax computations
  • Liaise with external professional advisers
  • Filing of returns with HMRC and Companies House
  • Fund Accounting functions including margins, audits, NAV’s (NB we have a FT fund accountant but some technical accounting support is occasionally required)
  • Payroll and related calculations
  • Deputise for CFO

Requirements

  • Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA
  • At least 2 years prior experience at a Hedge Fund/financial services co, with some exposure to Fund Accounting
  • Or have worked for a fund administrator
  • Knowledge of Fund structures and UCITS regulations

* Sun Systems knowledge an advantage but not essential