Senior Accountant - Fund Accounting

Fund services | Corporate | Capital markets | Private client | Regulatory & Compliance 

We help clients succeed by unlocking new value through expertise, trust and scale. We deliver solutions that solve complex challenges faced by asset managers, financial institutions, corporates, high net-worth individuals and family offices. 

With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, faster. We collaborate to win together, sharing successes and shaping the future of our global business. Our culture of support and recognition provides the tools and opportunities for you to grow, while unlocking the most value for our clients and making your mark with Ocorian. 

Expertise: We deliver specialist, tech-enabled solutions for our clients grounded on deep industry expertise. 

Trust: We’re a trusted partner to over 8,000 clients globally. We are proud to have long-lasting partnerships with our clients. 

Scale: With more than 1,500 colleagues, we operate across 20+ countries, our scale enables us to support our clients globally and locally, providing a seamless client experience across borders and service lines. 

What’s In It For You 

• Competitive salary 
• We are globally hybrid (please check the specifics for this role during interview process)
• Flexible working hours 
• Private Pension Plan fully paid by the company after probation
• Private medical insurance with Catastrophe cover fully paid by the company
• Employee recognition program and spot bonuses 

Purpose of the Job

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients while developing your expertise across complex accounting, financial reporting and client service activities. Working closely with colleagues and management, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial information, building strong client relationships and supporting the development of junior team members. Your technical knowledge, attention to detail and collaborative approach will help drive exceptional client outcomes and contribute to the continued success of the team.

Main Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a portfolio of clients, building strong relationships and ensuring the delivery of high-quality accounting and reporting services.
• Prepare and review accounting records, complex reconciliations, management accounts and financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards and agreed deadlines.
• Partner with clients and auditors to ensure the smooth delivery of financial reporting requirements and the timely completion of audits.
• Support the delivery of exceptional client service by responding to queries, resolving issues and helping clients meet their reporting obligations.
• Share your expertise with colleagues by reviewing work, providing guidance and supporting the ongoing development of junior team members.
• Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team environment by supporting process improvements, knowledge sharing and best practices.
• Assist management with client deliverables, budgets, projects and day-to-day operational matters, helping to drive efficiency and service excellence.
• Maintain high standards of quality, compliance and confidentiality, ensuring all work is completed in line with Ocorian's policies, procedures and professional standards.

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Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Fully qualified ACCA or ACA, and/or hold a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, with relevant experience in accounting, audit or financial services.
• 4 to 6 years' experience preparing client financial statements and management accounts, ideally within Capital Markets, Real Estate, Private Equity or other alternative investment structures.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP, with exposure to UK GAAP or other accounting frameworks considered an advantage.
• Experience with accounting systems such as eFront, Navision, ViewPoint or Value Financials would be beneficial.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with a good working knowledge of Word and Outlook.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurate work within deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work directly with clients, auditors and colleagues across the business.
• A collaborative and proactive individual who enjoys sharing knowledge, supporting the development of junior team members and contributing to team success.

All staff are expected to embody our core values that underpin everything that we do and that reflect the skills and behaviours we all need to be successful.  These are:

• We are CLIENT CENTRIC – Clients are at the centre of our world, and we’re committed to providing expertise and specialist solutions to meet their most complex challenges.
• We are AMBITIOUS – We aim high. We think and act globally, seizing every opportunity to delight our clients and support our colleagues - wherever in the world they may be.
• We are AGILE – We act on our initiative to get things done for our clients. Our independence gives us the flexibility and freedom to keep things simple, efficient and effective.
• We are COLLABORATIVE – With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, for our clients faster. We collaborate to win together and share our successes.
• We are ETHICAL – We behave with integrity at all times and assume positive intent, building trust through responsible actions and honest relationships.
  Equal Opportunities for Everyone

Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to make the process easier for you. You can reach us at [email protected].

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.