Private Equity
Our client, a leading private equity firm is seeking a Fund Controller to join their team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves full lifecycle management of a portfolio of funds, covering everything from bookkeeping through to valuations. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with relevant experience within PE. An immediate start is required.
Description
The responsibilities of the Temporary Fund Controller role include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare the quarterly and annual financial statements for 6 funds.
- Manage the quarterly investor reporting for those funds.
- Prepare quarterly valuations for all investments.
- Handle all aspects of the bookkeeping, including bank reconciliations.
- Review and seek sign-off on the debt valuations each month.
- Develop and document a strong control environment.
Skills
The skills of the Temporary Fund Controller role include, but are not limited to:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with relevant experience in fund accounting.
- Excellent communicator, experience of working with third parties.
- Strong Excel and excellent attention to detail.
- Strong understanding of fund structures, LP reporting, partnership accounting and tax considerations and regulatory frameworks.
Apply
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Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. We are sorry, but if you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for approaching 40 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in technology, media, retail, pharma/biotech, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe.