Hedge Fund Accountant

Randstad Business Solutions ,
London, Greater London
Job Type: Full-time

Overview

Are you a newly qualified accountant or finalist with strong hedge fund accounting experience? My client is a global alternative investment management firm with a requirement to join their finance team. Key responsibilities of this role include: - Review month end valuations produced by the fund administrators versus internal records - Regular liaison with third party service providers to resolve issues and discrepancies - Review and update transactions and product data within our internal accounting system - Management of all cash flows, payables and monthly cash projections - Finalisation of weekly estimates and monthly valuations for internal and external reporting - Responsible for the review/preparation of financial statements and the coordination of audits for assigned products - Liaison with the external tax accountants regarding the completion of the necessary tax filings - Regular interaction with other functional areas of the firm including client reporting, trading, sales and investment management teams The ideal applicant will have: - An accountancy qualification (or be studying towards) with previous hedge fund accounting experience - this is essential - First class communication skills and the ability to multi-task - Excellent system skills and the ability to work well under pressure If you have relevant experience, fit the above criteria and are looking for an exciting, rewarding and challenging role, at a well respected global investment manager, please apply today by sending an updated copy of your CV. Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003