Fund Accountant - Real Estate

About the role

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Taking an active part in the initial setup of any new funds take-on and liaising with independent tax specialists, lawyers, and notaries as part of the set up process
• Taking care of the day-to-day operations of the funds and following up with third parties, including investors and fund managers
• Handling the fund accounts and preparation of periodic reports and regulatory reports for the fund entities
• Preparing the funds’ periodic Net Asset Value calculation and year-end financial statements, management of the audit, and reviewing other fund related reports
• Reviewing tax returns and tax balances and maintaining relevant contacts with the tax authorities
• Accurately record all time spent dealing with client matters to ensure the clients are correctly invoiced
• Pro-actively take on additional responsibilities and administrational tasks as required by your managers or clients

Requirements

• You are degree level educated in a relevant area such Finance, Accounting or Economics
• 1-5 years of existing relevant experience in the fields of fund administration, audit or fiduciary services
• You have knowledge of fund industry, valuation, and accounting
• A basic knowledge in accounting for investment products, experience of closed ended funds in the real estate private equity or debt space will be considered as an asset
• You have necessary understanding of securities commonly encountered in the fund industry, including equities, bonds, contract for difference, options, and futures, and the ability to account for these securities
• You possess team spirit, a capacity to build strong client relationships and take initiative to act without waiting for direction (when appropriate)

Qualifications

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
• Work-life balance
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays and birthday leave
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression
• Detailed career pathway with structured support
• Exclusive access to online learning, such as unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning

Benefits

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays and birthday leave
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression
• Detailed career pathway with structured support
• Exclusive access to online learning, such as unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning
• Active sports, events and social committees
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Share Plan

Pay

Details of pay will be provided in the offer letter.

Schedule

The schedule will be discussed during the interview process and will be tailored to meet your needs and the requirements of the role.