Supports daily P&L, NAV, valuation, reconciliation, fund performance reporting, month-end close, audited financial statements, regulatory reporting, fund launches, and process improvements. The role requires strong analytical ability, attention to detail, advanced Excel skills, financial services experience, and progress toward or completion of a professional accounting qualification.
The Fund Accounting team is based in our London office and works closely with other support functions across the business. As the number of funds continues to grow, we are looking for a motivated Fund Accountant who is keen to learn, develop and contribute to the team. The successful candidate will support daily P&L, NAV, valuations, reconciliations and reporting, and will bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the daily P&L process, including the attribution of P&L by driver;
- Produce daily, weekly and monthly fund return estimates and attribution;
- Support the full month-end close process, including:
- Adhering to the valuation source hierarchy and overall valuation policy;
- Assisting the administrator in obtaining independent confirmation of external valuations; and
- Reconciling estimated NAV and P&L to final NAV and P&L.
- Monitor daily valuation changes to ensure that movements are consistent with market drivers;
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and ad hoc reports for senior management, summarising P&L attribution, fund performance, key drivers, significant changes and any risks to business continuity;
- Assist with new business initiatives, fund launches, new products and new corporate structures;
- External reporting, including
- Assist with the preparation of annual audited financial statements; and
- Assist with the preparation and review of regulatory reporting, including Form PF and AIFMD reporting;
- Initiate and facilitate process improvements.
General
- Provide day-to-day support to colleagues within the team and across the wider organisation;
- Any other duties commensurate with the post holder’s position and seniority; and
- All employees should understand that it is their personal responsibility to comply with all organisational, statutory and regulatory policies and procedures.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Relevant experience in fund accounting, product control or a related finance role, ideally within asset management or financial services
- Experience of NAV, P&L, reconciliations, valuations or financial reporting;
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications;
- A proactive approach to process improvement; VBA experience would be advantageous;
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Educational & Professional Qualifications
- Educated to degree level or equivalent;
- Strong academic results in subjects relevant to the role; and
- Newly qualified, or close to completing a relevant professional qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
Benefits
Systematica Investments provides you with excellent benefits from day 1. We provide private medical insurance for you and your immediate family. We offer competitive salaries combined with an attractive bonus and pension plus free drinks and snacks at the office. We also offer paid parental leave with enhanced leave for mothers/primary carers.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
About
Systematica Investments, launched in January 2015 after a decade of experience within BlueCrest Capital Management, is an innovative technology-driven firm focused on a quantitative and systematic approach to investing. The firm was founded by Leda Braga and manages assets across a number of futures, equity and OTC based strategies.The philosophy of the firm is one of innovation, excellence in research and a commitment to fostering a strong alignment with investors. Systematica Investments has a global presence with offices in Jersey, Geneva, London, New York, Singapore and Shanghai.
Similar Jobs
Financial Services
Prepares fund transaction journal entries, reconciliations, general ledgers, financial statements, NAV packs, investor reports, and fee calculations. Supports capital calls, distributions, investor queries, year-end audits, and ISAE 3402 controls. The role also involves liaising with external contacts, contributing to projects, and mentoring junior team members while working toward an ACCA or ACA qualification.
Top Skills:
Fis Private Capital Suite (Investran)IfrsIsae 3402Excel
Real Estate • Financial Services
Owns end-to-end accounting for real estate investment funds and special-purpose vehicles, including management accounts, financial statements, NAV calculations, reconciliations, VAT reporting, audits, tax compliance, cash forecasting, fees, distributions, and financial controls. The role also manages client relationships, oversees third-party administrators, supports acquisitions and disposals, resolves technical accounting issues, and leads process improvements and team initiatives.
Top Skills:
ExcelHorizonIfrsMriPivot TablesUk GaapVlookupVoyagerYardi
Financial Services
Prepare annual and quarterly financial statements, investor capital account statements, NAV packs, journal entry reviews, general ledger maintenance, fund fee calculations, and transaction analyses for private equity funds. Liaise with auditors and clients, resolve technical accounting issues, meet statutory deadlines, maintain procedures and controls, and supervise junior accountants and trainees.
Top Skills:
IfrsIsae 3402ExcelUk GaapUs Gaap
What you need to know about the London Tech Scene
London isn't just a hub for established businesses; it's also a nursery for innovation. Boasting one of the most recognized fintech ecosystems in Europe, attracting billions in investments each year, London's success has made it a go-to destination for startups looking to make their mark. Top U.K. companies like Hoptin, Moneybox and Marshmallow have already made the city their base — yet fintech is just the beginning. From healthtech to renewable energy to cybersecurity and beyond, the city's startups are breaking new ground across a range of industries.
