Senior Accountant

We help clients succeed by unlocking new value through expertise, trust, and scale. We deliver solutions that solve complex challenges faced by asset managers, financial institutions, corporates, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices. With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, faster. We collaborate to win together, sharing successes and shaping the future of our global business.

About the role

You will be responsible for delivering accurate accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of private funds. You'll ensure all client deliverables are completed on time, in line with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and Ocorian's service commitments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day accounting for assigned funds, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, and partner capital account allocations.
• Prepare capital call and distribution notices, investor reports, capital account statements, and fund performance calculations.
• Produce financial statements and related disclosures in accordance with US GAAP, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Develop a thorough understanding of assigned fund structures, transactions, and reporting requirements to ensure timely delivery of client outputs.
• Build strong relationships with clients, investors, auditors, and other professional advisers, responding to queries and supporting reporting and audit deadlines.
• Support the completion of audits and ensure all regulatory, statutory, and compliance obligations are met.
• Contribute to process improvements, internal controls, and the ongoing development of team procedures and best practices.
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the role as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
• CPA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or Master's degree is advantageous but not essential.
• Previous experience in fund accounting, or a similar accounting role.
• Strong accounting knowledge, including an understanding of financial reporting principles and US GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence using financial systems and technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Well-organised, able to manage competing priorities, and deliver to deadlines.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

Core Values

• Client Centric: Clients are at the center of our world, and we’re committed to providing expertise and specialist solutions to meet their most complex challenges.
• Ambitious: We aim high. We think and act globally, seizing every opportunity to delight our clients and support our colleagues—wherever in the world they may be.
• Agile: We act on our initiative to get things done for our clients. Our independence gives us the flexibility and freedom to keep things simple, efficient, and effective.
• Collaborative: With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, for our clients faster. We collaborate to win together and share our successes.
• Ethical: We behave with integrity at all times and assume positive intent, building trust through responsible actions and honest relationships.