Senior Accountant

Ocorian

$80K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
  • CPA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or Master's degree is advantageous but not essential.
  • Previous experience in fund accounting or a similar accounting role.
  • Strong knowledge of financial reporting principles and US GAAP.
  • Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial systems and technology.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day accounting for assigned funds, including journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
  • Prepare capital call and distribution notices, investor reports, and fund performance calculations.
  • Produce financial statements and disclosures in accordance with US GAAP for accuracy.
  • Develop understanding of fund structures and reporting requirements for timely delivery.
  • Build relationships with clients and external advisers, addressing queries and meeting deadlines.
  • Support audit completion, ensuring all compliance obligations are met.
  • Contribute to process improvements and team best practices.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a client-centric environment with a focus on delivering high-quality services.
  • Collaborative team culture that values initiative and creativity.
  • A commitment to continuous improvement, with room for personal development and growth.
  • Flexible work arrangements supported by hybrid working options.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Purpose of the Job

You will be responsible for delivering accurate accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of private funds. You'll ensure all client deliverables are completed on time, in line with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and Ocorian's service commitments.

Main Responsibilities
  • Manage the day-to-day accounting for assigned funds, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, and partner capital account allocations.
  • Prepare capital call and distribution notices, investor reports, capital account statements, and fund performance calculations.
  • Produce financial statements and related disclosures in accordance with US GAAP, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of assigned fund structures, transactions, and reporting requirements to ensure timely delivery of client outputs.
  • Build strong relationships with clients, investors, auditors, and other professional advisers, responding to queries and supporting reporting and audit deadlines.
  • Support the completion of audits and ensure all regulatory, statutory, and compliance obligations are met.
  • Contribute to process improvements, internal controls, and the ongoing development of team procedures and best practices.
  • Undertake other duties appropriate to the role as required.

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Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
  • CPA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or Master's degree is advantageous but not essential.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Previous experience in fund accounting, or a similar accounting role.
  • Strong accounting knowledge, including an understanding of financial reporting principles and US GAAP.
  • Advanced Excel skills and confidence using financial systems and technology.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Well-organised, able to manage competing priorities, and deliver to deadlines.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Continuous improvement mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.


Additional Information

All staff are expected to embody our core values that underpin everything that we do and that reflect the skills and behaviours we all need to be successful. These are:
  • We areCLIENT CENTRIC - Clients are at the centre of our world, and we're committed to providing expertise and specialist solutions to meet their most complex challenges.
  • We are AMBITIOUS - We aim high. We think and act globally, seizing every opportunity to delight our clients and support our colleagues - wherever in the world they may be.
  • We are AGILE - We act on our initiative to get things done for our clients. Our independence gives us the flexibility and freedom to keep things simple, efficient and effective.
  • We are COLLABORATIVE - With a curious mindset, we ask the right questions to get to the right solution, for our clients faster. We collaborate to win together and share our successes.
  • We are ETHICAL - We behave with integrity at all times and assume positive intent, building trust through responsible actions and honest relationships.

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