Fund Senior Accountant

ABOUT US 

We are Alter Domus. Meaning “The Other House” in Latin, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 85% of the top 30 asset managers in the alternatives industry, and more than 5,000 professionals across 23 countries. 

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. 

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com  

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

We have vacancies in our Fund Services team where you will be responsible to help service our portfolio of clients and will work as part of a team to achieve and meet their needs. Specific responsibilities include the following:

• Assist with the bookkeeping and reporting of funds and associated fund structures.

• Assist with the preparation of management accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS (primary statements and notes utilising trial balances and associated documentation). 

• Assist the team with the annual audit process. 

• Assist with the processing of fund capital calls, distributions, subscriptions & redemptions.

• Act as a point of contact for clients, board members, third party intermediaries such as banks, lawyers, accountants, and tax advisors both in person and via written or telephone communication. 

• Assistance with the preparation, collation and ongoing monitoring of Know Your Customer and Client Due Diligence Files. 

• Processing of client payments on a variety of bank platforms. 

• Assistance with Fund related regulatory & compliance processes.

• Assist with the monitoring and delivery of finance & compliance related KPIs.

• Assist with ad hoc projects as required.

YOUR PROFILE: 

• You are educated to the equivalent of A-Level or University Degree (degrees in finance or accounting related subjects would be preferable but not mandatory).

• You are studying for or are prepared to study for a relevant professional qualification such as ACCA or ACA or equivalent.

• You have 4+ years relevant experience in an accounting or finance related role. 

• You possess team spirit, the capacity to build strong client relationships, and take initiative to act without waiting for direction when appropriate. 

• You are ambitious with a high level of energy and commitment. 

• You have the ability to work under pressure and meet a range of deadlines. 

• You possess excellent communication skills. 

• High level of IT literacy with strong Excel & Word skills. 

WHAT WE OFFER:

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. 

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. 

Our global benefits also include: 

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave 
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, birthday leave
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
• Support with mental, physical, emotional and financial support 24/7 from our Employee Assistance Program 
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan 
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location 

Equity in every sense of the word 

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong. 

We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. Thanks to the work of our Group DE&I Committee and network of DE&I Champions, we empower all of our people to be truly invested in the alternative.  

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruiting and onboarding process. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. 

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