Senior Fund Accountant

**About the Role** An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Specialist in Fund Accounting to join a growing financial services organisation in Dublin, following continued business growth and new client wins. This role is ideal for an experienced Fund Accountant looking to take ownership of client deliverables, oversee complex accounting processes and build strong client relationships. Private Equity experience is desirable, and candidates with experience across other alternative funds are also encouraged to apply. You will be involved in NAV preparation and review, capital activity, reconciliations, fund expenses and investor allocations, while supporting junior team members and contributing to process improvements and wider business initiatives. **Key Responsibilities** * Prepare and review NAVs, capital accounts, journal entries, reconciliations and GP/LP allocations, ensuring general ledger integrity. * Perform cash and position reconciliations, investigating breaks and ensuring appropriate supporting documentation is maintained. * Ensure fund expense budgets are in place and maintain accurate expense accruals at each valuation point. * Ensure funds are priced in accordance with valuation policies and pricing matrices. * Take ownership of monthly and quarterly deliverables, including the preparation of capital call and distribution calculations and the review of corresponding notices. * Maintain waterfall models covering management fees, carried interest, hurdles and catch-ups, alongside equalisation calculations and side-letter terms. * Act as a key point of contact for clients, responding to queries promptly and maintaining strong client relationships. * Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, maintaining accurate checklists and a robust control environment. * Mentor and support Analysts and Associates, promoting high standards of quality, accuracy and timely delivery. * Act as the primary point of contact for specific funds and investment vehicles. * Manage audit requests for assigned funds, ensuring timely responses and participating in audit calls as required. * Participate in client projects and wider business initiatives, providing feedback, attending project calls and completing testing where necessary. * Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance controls and support automation and risk mitigation through digital tools and technology. **About You** The ideal candidate will have: * 3+ years' experience in Fund Accounting * Private Equity experience is desirable, but candidates with experience in other alternative funds are also welcome. * Knowledge of fund structures, reconciliations, capital calls and distributions. * Experience with Geneva or Investran is an advantage. * Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. * Good communication skills and the ability to build client relationships and support junior team members. * A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. **If you are interested in making this position yours, please contact Sarah on 01 676 0505, click apply below** Voted Best in Practice Accounting & Finance 2022, 2017, 2015 as well as 2013 & 2012, Quest is a team of experienced and professional Financial Recruiters dedicated to recruiting Financial Services Professionals. Our reputation for consistent delivery and extensive industry knowledge is second to none. We continue to look to the future; striving to improve continuously on our quality of service and passion for delivery.