Fund Accounting Manager

Cobalt are currently working with one of Europe's largest Asset Managers who are seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to join their highly successful Real Estate team which is looking to continue its growth with a number of new funds over the next 18 months.

This is a key role within a close knit team, and will be responsible for managing a team that are working with the key funds in the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

?? You will be expected to manage the Fund Accounting Team, working closely with internal and external stakeholders

?? Represent the team, department in a professional, collaborative, and commercially aware manner, developing good working relationships with all internal and external parties.

?? Look to provide insight and suggestions for ways to improve and promote new ideas and ways of working.

?? Perform daily, monthly and quarterly accounting (as required) ensuring that fund NAV's and unit prices are correct

?? Perform reviews of primary accounting records, ensuring the Accountants follow predetermined controls and procedures and ensure high quality standards.

?? Produce detailed MI reporting to management highlighting trends, analysis, errors.

?? Manage the resolution of complex outstanding items, business issues and rectify anomalies to ensure high-level of customer service.

?? Complete and review VAT and property tax returns

Skill and Experience

?? Qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

?? Degree Educated

?? Statutory Reporting knowledge across FRS101/102 and IFRS knowledge

?? Strong property/ Real Estate investment industry knowledge/experience

?? Proven experience of managing a team, leadership and people management