Job Description Purpose of the Job Responsible for the planning and preparation of financial reports for a portfolio of funds, ensuring reporting deadlines are met and the delivery of client accounting requirements are in compliance with Ocorian’s contractual obligations. 4 reasons why a qualified accountant might want a fund accountant role: 1. Interest in the investment industry : Fund accounting involves working with investment funds, which may be either private equity or PLCs listed on the London Stock Exchange. The underlying investments span a broad range of areas, including renewable energy, property, equity, loans and technology to name a few. If the accountant has a keen interest in the financial markets and investment strategies, a fund accountant role can provide valuable exposure to this industry. 2. Career growth opportunities : Fund accounting can offer excellent career growth prospects. Working with investment funds can provide exposure to complex financial instruments, portfolio management strategies, and regulatory compliance. This experience can be valuable for advancing one's career in finance, asset management, or even starting a venture in the investment sector. There are many examples of career growth within Ocorian, whereby people have started as a fund accountant and have progressed to management and beyond. 3. Skill development : The core work of a Fund Accountant is producing management and statutory accounts, as well as client management, audit engagement and knowledge of financial reporting. These skills are transferrable across the wider accounting industry. However, fund accounting introduces some other unique skill sets, including investment analysis and performance measurement. By transitioning into a fund accountant role, a qualified accountant can enhance their skill set and broaden their professional expertise. 4. Networking opportunities : Working in the fund accounting industry can provide opportunities to connect with professionals from various segments of the financial services industry, including investment managers, company secretaries, brokers, and auditors. This networking can open doors for future career opportunities or collaborations. Main Responsibilities Develop an understanding of all entities within the fund structure, the nature of their transactions and reporting requirements. Develop and maintain a process to ensure the timely delivery of client accounting requirements in relation to financial reports and accounts for all entities in allocated portfolio. Ensure that current accounting standards (UK GAAP, IFRS or US GAAP) and best practice principles are applied to the accounts production process and kept current as such standards and principles develop. Establish reporting procedures for new funds and other entities based on fund documents and client reporting requirements. Ensure that the bookkeeping is performed in a timely and accurate manner. Calculate Net Asset Values in accordance with individual fund requirements. Liaise with clients and other professional advisers to agree timetables for the production of accounts. Attend board meetings and other client meetings to present accounts and discuss accounting related matters. Liaise with auditors to ensure the timely completion of audits for fund and fund related entities. Ensure that regulatory and statutory reporting requirements are met. Ensure Ocorian’s policies and procedures are used and adhered to within the accounts team and contribute to the continuing development of those policies and procedures. Attendance at client meetings. Any other such duties that might be reasonably required for this role. LI-SM1 LI-Hybrid