An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Portfolio Accountant which offers a highly sought after career opportunity to work in both a Finance and Operations capacity. The role will include the day to day running of several global/ UK/ European client mandates.

Key responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Accounting and preparing monthly investor reporting for about 10 separate account clients 

• Prepare quarterly investor reporting, including liaising with the investment team, investor services and the third-party fund administrators

• Responsible for cash management and reviewing investor drawn down notices. Work closely with investment management teams in both London and other offices on closing transactions.

• Preparing investment and cash reconciliations 

• Performance analysis & measurement of investments and client accounts 

• Being a fund champion for 15-20 underlying investments, which requires an understanding of the fund and preparation of the monthly pricing

• Calculate and instruct foreign currency trades for exposures relating to separate account clients.

• Preparation of ad-hoc financial analysis, updating records &systems to account for AUM, transactions, fees billable, reconciliations etc

• Liaison with clients’ custodians

• Work with the investment team on deal support, including operational due diligence.

• Ensuring compliance with internal controls and leading the design and implementation of control improvements

Key Skills/Experience 

• Minimum of 6 months relevant accounting experience 

• Would suit someone in early stages of ACCA/CIMA studies – study support is available

• Good problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail, and a numerate, analytical approach are essential

• Strong written and verbal communication skills coupled with good commercial acumen

• Team player – able to work effectively and collaboratively within a small, dedicated team but also a large local platform

• Ability to multi-task and manage a time effectively to meet all deadlines

• Ability to relate well to other people at all levels, internally and externally.

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic