Our client is seeking a subject matter expert in Private Equity Administration to join their Global Private Capital Services team in Jersey. This is a full-time position responsible for the accurate accounting and administration of open and closed-ended investment companies, unit trusts, and limited partnerships, primarily focused on private equity, property, and infrastructure funds. The successful candidate will manage a client portfolio, lead technical delivery, contribute to business development, and support internal team development. Flexibility is required for occasional domestic and international travel.
Job Duties:
- Prepare and oversee monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of clients
- Prepare and review annual financial statements in line with UK GAAP, US GAAP, IFRS, or AUS
- Manage key deliverables in accordance with service level agreements
- Calculate management fees, carried interest, distribution amounts, and perform waterfall calculations
- Manage year-end audits and respond to auditor queries
- Ensure compliance with client documentation and internal procedures
- Investigate and resolve client queries
- Participate in client meetings and assist in preparing proposal documents and attending new business pitches
- Lead and contribute to ad-hoc projects
- Develop, review, and implement processes and procedures, with a focus on continuous improvement
- Keep up to date with relevant technical developments within the fund industry
- Coach, mentor, and supervise staff in line with company policies
- Provide subject matter expertise and support the Head of Fund Accounting
Job Requirements:
- Professionally qualified accountant, ideally ACA or ACCA or equivalent
- Proven ability to prepare final accounts from source documentation
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Able to work independently and take full ownership of tasks
- Experience in supervising and reviewing junior staff’s work
- Excellent communication, motivational, and presentation skills
- High level of competency in Microsoft Excel
- In-depth knowledge of UK GAAP, US GAAP, or IFRS (training provided if required)
- Understanding of private equity, property, and infrastructure funds is advantageous
- Familiarity with Jersey fund structures and local regulatory requirements is desirable
What You’ll Love:
This is a high-impact role in a reputable organisation offering exposure to prestigious clients, complex fund structures, and the opportunity to influence service delivery and process development. You will benefit from professional growth, leadership responsibility, and a supportive team culture that values technical expertise and collaborative success.
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