Fund Accountant
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, London, EC2V 6DN |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4720269_1770111897 |
Summary
Your new company
A Financial Markets team is seeking a skilled Fund Accountant to join their team on a 15‑month fixed‑term contract. This hybrid role is based in London and offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering high‑quality fund accounting and reporting for a major UK pension investment organisation
Your new role
- Reviewing daily NAVs in line with accounting standards and internal controls
- Managing oversight of Operating Partners and Third‑Party Administrators
- Ensuring data completeness, accuracy and integrity within the MSCI portfolio management system
- Supporting internal and external stakeholders with high‑quality data and insight
- Contributing to both our Investment and Fiduciary functions
What you'll need to succeed
- Part-Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- A solid understanding of private equity investment accounting
- Technical expertise in private markets, ideally from a fund administrator or asset management environment
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data‑driven modelling)
- A passion for financial reporting
- An analytical mindset and excellent communication skills
- The ability to challenge constructively and provide clarity to stakeholders
- A proactive, organised, and adaptable approach
- A commitment to collaboration, accountability, and living our values
What you'll get in return
- 28-Days Annual Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Hybrid Working Scheme
- Amazing Lifestyle and Health benefits
- And much more!
What you need to do now
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