- Department
- Finance
- Source
- Traffit
Description
About the role
For a leading international financial institution, we are looking for a Fund Accountant to join a growing team supporting alternative investment funds.
The role focuses on fund accounting and reporting activities related to alternative fund structures, with exposure to complex transactions and cooperation with multiple internal stakeholders in an international environment.
Key responsibilities
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Performing daily, monthly and quarterly fund accounting activities for alternative funds
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Calculating and reviewing NAV in accordance with applicable accounting standards
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Processing capital calls, distributions and investor-related transactions
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Booking and reconciling fund transactions, including cash and positions
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Preparing financial statements and supporting periodic reporting
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Investigating and resolving accounting discrepancies
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Cooperating with internal teams such as operations, reporting, risk and compliance
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Supporting audits and regulatory reporting processes
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Contributing to process improvements and automation initiatives
Candidate profile
We are looking for a candidate with a solid accounting background who is interested in developing within the alternative funds environment.
Requirements:
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1–5 years of experience in fund accounting, financial accounting or investment operations
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Good understanding of accounting principles (IFRS and/or local GAAP)
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Experience with NAV calculation or financial reporting
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Strong Excel skills and ability to work with large datasets
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Very good English (minimum B2)
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Analytical mindset and attention to detail
Nice to have:
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Experience with alternative funds (Private Equity, Real Estate, Infrastructure, etc.)
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Knowledge of fund accounting systems (e.g. eFront or similar platforms)
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French or another European language
What we offer
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Exposure to alternative investment funds in an international setup
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Clear development path within fund accounting and investment services
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Stable employment conditions and structured onboarding
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Opportunity to work with experienced professionals and complex fund structures
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Collaborative, international working environment
