Fund Accountant (Private Equity & Open‑Ended Funds)

About the role

The Fund Accountant will manage accounting, reporting and regulatory duties for a portfolio of Private Equity and Open‑Ended Fund clients. You will ensure accurate financial records, timely NAV calculations and compliance with statutory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for client queries on accounting and financial reporting.
• Liaise with regulators, banks, auditors, custodians and other service providers.
• Prepare periodic NAV calculations and investor reporting packs for open‑ended funds.
• Calculate capital calls, distributions and equalisation for private equity funds.
• Maintain general ledgers, perform cash, security and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare interim accounts and annual statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Coordinate audit processes and address audit queries.
• Prepare and file quarterly and annual tax returns (Corporate Tax, VAT, TDS) and handle tax assessments.
• Ensure timely filing of financial statements with relevant authorities.
• Support the Fund Administration team on accounting‑related matters and maintain internal compliance reports.

Required profile

• Degree in Accounting or partially ACCA qualified.
• 2‑3 years of experience in fund accounting, preferably with private equity or open‑ended funds.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and fund regulatory requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Required skills

• IFRS
• NAV calculations
• Financial reporting
• Tax filing (Corporate Tax, VAT, TDS)
• Audit coordination