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Senior Portfolio Accountant
12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)London | Hybrid Working
A leading global real assets investment manager is seeking a qualified Senior Portfolio Accountant to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded investment platform with an international presence and significant assets under management. The role offers broad exposure across both portfolio finance and operational activities, working closely with investment professionals, external service providers and institutional clients.
The Opportunity
You will be responsible for overseeing the financial reporting and day-to-day operations of investment portfolios held through a variety of structures and separately managed accounts. This is a highly visible position offering exposure to senior stakeholders and complex investment strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual investor reporting
- Partner with portfolio managers on financial and performance reporting
- Oversee third-party fund administrators and external auditors
- Perform portfolio and investment-level performance analysis
- Support investment valuation processes
- Calculate performance fees and investor allocations
- Present financial information to governance committees and boards
- Monitor liquidity, cash forecasting, investor drawdowns and distributions
- Manage foreign exchange trade calculations and hedging instructions
- Liaise with institutional investors, custodians and external stakeholders
- Partner with tax, legal and operational teams on transactions and due diligence activities
- Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and management information
- Maintain accurate portfolio, AUM and fee records
- Ensure robust financial controls and governance procedures are followed
About You
We are looking for a qualified accountant who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with commercial awareness and excellent analytical skills.
Requirements:
- ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification
- Up to 5 years' post-qualified experience
- Experience gained within financial services, investment management, private equity, real estate, fund administration or a leading accountancy practice
- Strong financial reporting, analytical and financial control skills
- Advanced Excel skills
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Please note, due to the urgent nature of this role, candidates on more than one months notice cannot be considered for the role.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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