Total 12+ years of and 7+ years of experience in private equity in multiple sectors (FoF, Co-invest, credit, secondary, etc.) in key requirement for this role
University degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
CA, CPA, CFA, CAIA, ACCA, or other accounting/ finance certification(s) preferred
Strong Exposure in end-to-end preparation of financial statements and PE year-end financial reports
Strong understanding of complex private equity fund structures
Strong Experience working with relevant accounting standards (e.g. US, UK, Lux GAPP) is mandatory
Good exposure in complex calculations and building waterfall models
Must have sound knowledge in computing LCIs, Equalisation and carry models
Conceptual understanding on complexities of preparing the financials from the TBs manually
Profession accounting qualifications/qualified by experience is essential
Experience with FIA (Front Invest Analytics) is a plus
Proficient user of MS Excel and MS Products (confident with handling large datasets, Pivot table, sumifs, vlooksups - understanding of macros not required)
A strong leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to motivate, coach and mentor team members in order to maximise their contribution and at the same time build strong, lasting relationships with client and stakeholders
Qualifications are not as essential as experience. If you feel you have work examples and projects that illustrate what we need, we re happy to have a conversation.
Lead a team of 5+ and be responsible for the delivery of client deliverables in line with SLAs, with a critical focus on quality
Partner closely with other teams and across the business to support and drive Colmores operational efficiency and technology-driven automation agenda. Collaborate with the Head of Fund Accounting to define Colmores target state operating model
Build strong relationships with key client contacts across their investment management deals
Manage effective and appropriate communication and escalation of issues both internally and to clients. Act as a point of escalation for senior client members
Lead the onboarding of new clients and funds, including working closely with clients to understand and support aspects of fund structuring, such as administrative implications of onshore and offshore feeders, tax blockers, and parallel master fund structures
Review limited partnership agreements, as well as other legal, investment, and loan agreements, ensuring compliance with key terms, covenants, and restrictions
Provide senior-level review support for quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards (UK GAAP, US GAAP, Canadian GAAP, and Lux GAAP), investment performance reporting, and other investor deliverables
Model and review complex calculations such as carried interest waterfalls, equalization, management fees, and incentive fees
Provide senior-level review of complex investment reconciliations, leverage, and interest calculations
Oversee relationships with auditors and tax advisors to ensure the timely completion of audit and tax engagements
Act as a point of escalation for operational issues or resolutions of complex aspects of audit and tax engagements
Effectively manage, mentor, and motivate team members to drive personal growth and career development, ensuring the operation of a high-performing, effective team unit
Contribute to business growth by participating in RfP submissions, client pitches, and other business development activities
As a Vice President of Fund Accounting, you will be part of a high-growth, high-impact team focused on providing fund accounting and administration services to Colmores portfolio. Reporting to our Head of Fund Accounting, you will support them in the day-to-day management of the broader Fund Accounting team and contribute to the strategic growth and development of the team. Additionally, you will provide a senior-level review of fund accounting deliverables for Colmores clients, ensuring the integrity and high quality of client deliverables, as well as managing key client and stakeholder relationships.