Entry-Level Fund Accountant (Accountant 1)

About the role

As an Accountant 1 within our Fund Accounting team, you’ll build your foundational expertise while supporting the delivery of accurate and timely accounting services for a portfolio of funds. In this entry‑level role, you’ll focus on structured processes, routine transactions, and core reporting activities—working under guidance while developing your technical knowledge and contributing to high‑quality client outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare basic financial statements, NAV calculations, and supporting deliverables using established guidelines, ensuring accuracy and quality under supervision.
• Process daily fund accounting transactions, including bookkeeping entries, capital calls, distributions, and investor notifications using designated systems.
• Maintain accurate records by reconciling transactions, preparing working papers, and completing operational checklists in line with standard procedures.
• Support daily operations by tracking progress, completing timesheets, following workflows, and escalating issues when required.
• Contribute to quality delivery by performing self‑reviews, supporting senior team members, and actively participating in training and development activities.

Required profile

• Completed HSC with strong numerical skills and working towards ACCA/ACA (or equivalent), or hold a relevant degree.
• Some experience in accounting or bookkeeping, ideally within fund accounting or a shared services environment.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting, eager to deepen knowledge in fund accounting.
• Organised, detail‑oriented, reliable, with good time‑management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proactive and collaborative team player, open to feedback, eager to learn, and committed to delivering high‑quality work.

What we offer

• Comprehensive remuneration: motivating financial packages based upon market rates and proportionate to qualifications, experience and skills.
• Pension Scheme: generous employer contribution with the ability to allow and increase employee contributions.
• Annual leave: 22 days paid leave, enhanced maternity and paternity, including shared parental leave and adoption leave.
• Flexible working: open to conversations about flexible working arrangements.
• Support and development: training, tools and a development plan to grow and improve your skills.