Private Equity
We are partnering with a growing special situations investment firm to appoint an experienced Financial Director into a broad and hands-on leadership role.
Description
We are seeking an experienced Fund Controller/Finance Director to lead the financial management and operations function for a mid-market special situations investment firm. This is a hands on but senior role, responsible for overseeing finance, fund operations, reporting and compliance, while acting as a strategic partner to the investment team and external stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious investment platform and play a key role in building scalable financial processes that support long-term growth.
Skills
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with at least 7 years of relevant PQE.
- Significant experience within private equity, venture capital, private markets, investment funds or asset management.
- Strong understanding of fund accounting, partnership structures and investor reporting.
- Experience managing external fund administrators and professional service providers.
- Excellent knowledge of financial controls, budgeting and forecasting.
- Strong understanding of relevant regulatory, tax and governance requirements.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, independent entrepreneurial environment with a hands-on approach.
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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. 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 private equity, media, retail, pharma/biotech, technology, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe.