Fund Accounting Specialist

1 week ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Caxton Associates Full time

About Caxton Associates:

Caxton Associates, a leading global trading and investment firm, was founded in 1983. With offices in London, New York, Monaco, Singapore, and Dubai, our primary business is to manage client and proprietary capital through global macro hedge fund strategies. We trade in a variety of global markets and instruments, leveraging our broad mandate to deliver exceptional results.

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join our fast-paced fund accounting team within a complex hedge fund environment. As a Fund Accounting Specialist, you will report to our Head of Fund Accounting and be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial statements. The ideal candidate is a seasoned qualified accountant with a strong background in financial analysis and a passion for delivering high-quality results.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review and analyze investor allocation and complex fee structures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Oversight of the accounting of the funds' underlying investments, including the review of financial statements and the identification of potential risks.
  • Review of non-trading expense items, coordination of invoice signoffs, payments, and accrual adjustments to ensure timely and accurate processing.
  • Management of ad hoc queries from the external Fund Administrator, providing timely and accurate responses to ensure seamless communication.
  • Participation in the fund audit process to help deliver accurate year-end financial statements, working closely with our audit team to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Dealing with fund-related queries from various departments, working closely with Investor Relations, Corporate Finance, Tax, Treasury, and Compliance to ensure timely and accurate responses.
  • Assistance in the review of various regulatory reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
  • Involvement in managing the share class hedging function for the funds, working closely with our trading team to ensure accurate and timely processing.
  • Reviewing and implementing processes to improve controls and workload associated with the monthly NAV process, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
  • Enhancement of the fund accounting infrastructure through various projects, working closely with our IT team to ensure seamless integration.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Accountant, ACA/ACCA or international equivalent.
  • Degree educated.
  • Ideally 2-4 years' PQE experience in a similar role.
  • Experience gained within asset management in-house role as an accountant within a fund accounting team.
  • US GAAP knowledge is desirable.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge.
  • Diligent, organized, strong written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to develop strong working relationships and to interface well with other departments, including very senior stakeholders.
  • A team player with a professional approach and a keen desire to learn.
  • Displays and operates at the highest degree of ethics and integrity.


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Margetts Fund Management Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Fund Accountant to join our team at Margetts Fund Management Ltd. As a Senior Fund Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of financial reports and regulatory submissions.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting: Produce and publish Scheme Reports and Accounts in line with IA...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Margetts Fund Management Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Fund Accountant to join our team at Margetts Fund Management Ltd. As a Senior Fund Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of financial reports and regulatory submissions.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting: Produce and publish Scheme Reports and Accounts in line with IA...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Caxton Associates Full time

    About Caxton AssociatesCaxton Associates is a leading global trading and investment firm with a strong presence in key financial markets. Founded in 1983, our company has a rich history of delivering exceptional results for our clients and investors.Our BusinessWe specialize in managing client and proprietary capital through global macro hedge fund...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Caxton Associates Full time

    About Caxton AssociatesCaxton Associates is a leading global trading and investment firm with a strong presence in key financial markets. Founded in 1983, our company has a rich history of delivering exceptional results for our clients and investors.Our BusinessWe specialize in managing client and proprietary capital through global macro hedge fund...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Mac Recruit Group Full time

    Position OverviewMac Recruit Group is seeking a highly skilled Lead Fund Accounting Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in managing the fund administration for intricate investment vehicles, particularly within the realms of Private Equity and Private Debt.Key Responsibilities:1. Oversee the administration of multifaceted funds,...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom M&G Full time

    About the Role:The Fund Accounting Technical Specialist will be part of the Accounting Technical Advisory team, providing technical and accounting advice to Investment Accounting Services and other M&G teams.Key Responsibilities:Review and assess the impact of changes in regulations and accounting standards on financial reporting and other regulatory...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom M&G Full time

    About the Role:The Fund Accounting Technical Specialist will be part of the Accounting Technical Advisory team, providing technical and accounting advice to Investment Accounting Services and other M&G teams.Key Responsibilities:Review and assess the impact of changes in regulations and accounting standards on financial reporting and other regulatory...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Caxton Associates Full time

    About Caxton Associates: Caxton Associates, a leading global trading and investment firm, was founded in 1983. With offices in London, New York, Monaco, Singapore, and Dubai, the company manages client and proprietary capital through global macro hedge fund strategies. Assets are managed via a broad mandate to trade in a variety of global markets and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Caxton Associates Full time

    About Caxton Associates: Caxton Associates, a leading global trading and investment firm, was founded in 1983. With offices in London, New York, Monaco, Singapore, and Dubai, the company manages client and proprietary capital through global macro hedge fund strategies. Assets are managed via a broad mandate to trade in a variety of global markets and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom M&G Full time

    We are seeking a skilled professional to fill the role of Senior Fund Accounting Technical Specialist within our Accounting Technical Advisory team at M&G. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong foundation in fund accounting, particularly in private and alternative assets, to contribute to various initiatives including fund launches, mergers,...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom M&G Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled professional to fill the role of Senior Fund Accounting Technical Specialist within our Accounting Technical Advisory team at M&G. This position focuses on providing specialized knowledge in fund accounting, particularly for private and alternative asset classes, and will involve engagement in various projects such as fund...

  • Fund Accountant

    23 hours ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Disclaimer: ANY-Web Ltd. Full time

    **About the Role**We are seeking a highly skilled Equity Fund Accountant to join our team at ANY-Web Ltd. as a Financial Reporting Specialist. This is a hybrid position with 3 days per week in the office.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and review AUM reports, including P&L tracking analysis between Fund and Managed Accounts.Conduct pre and post risk monitoring...

  • Fund Accountant

    20 hours ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Disclaimer: ANY-Web Ltd. Full time

    **About the Role**We are seeking a highly skilled Equity Fund Accountant to join our team at ANY-Web Ltd. as a Financial Reporting Specialist. This is a hybrid position with 3 days per week in the office.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and review AUM reports, including P&L tracking analysis between Fund and Managed Accounts.Conduct pre and post risk monitoring...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Quix Recruitment Group Ltd Full time

    The Senior Fund Accountant will be responsible for the administration of complex investment funds, including portfolio valuation and Net Asset Value (NAV) calculation; assisting with the preparation of financial statements; liaising with investors and investment managers; and assisting with systems development and other ad hoc projects as required.Our...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Quix Recruitment Group Ltd Full time

    The Senior Fund Accountant will be responsible for the administration of complex investment funds, including portfolio valuation and Net Asset Value (NAV) calculation; assisting with the preparation of financial statements; liaising with investors and investment managers; and assisting with systems development and other ad hoc projects as required.Our...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Goodman Masson Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced Fund Accountant to join our team at Goodman Masson. As a Fund Accountant, you will be responsible for providing financial reporting and accounting services to our clients in the real estate investment management industry.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income...

  • Fund Accountant

    3 days ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Disclaimer: ANY-Web Ltd. Full time

    **About the Role**We are seeking an experienced Equity Fund Accountant to join our team at ANY-Web Ltd. as a Financial Reporting Specialist. This is a hybrid position with 3 days per week in the office.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and review AUM reports, including P&L tracking analysis between Fund and Managed Accounts.Conduct pre and post risk monitoring on...

  • Fund Accountant

    4 days ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Disclaimer: ANY-Web Ltd. Full time

    **About the Role**We are seeking an experienced Equity Fund Accountant to join our team at ANY-Web Ltd. as a Financial Reporting Specialist. This is a hybrid position with 3 days per week in the office.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and review AUM reports, including P&L tracking analysis between Fund and Managed Accounts.Conduct pre and post risk monitoring on...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Trace – Expert Accountancy Recruitment Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Fund Management Specialist to join our team at Trace – Expert Accountancy Recruitment. As a Fund Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial management of our client's infrastructure fund within the fund management business.Key Responsibilities:Produce and review fund management information...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Trace – Expert Accountancy Recruitment Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Fund Management Specialist to join our team at Trace – Expert Accountancy Recruitment. As a Fund Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial management of our client's infrastructure fund within the fund management business.Key Responsibilities:Produce and review fund management information...