Director, Fund Accounting

We are working with a leading financial services organisation seeking an experienced Director, Fund Accounting to play a key role in the continued management and growth of its Jersey fund administration business. Working closely with the wider Director team and Head of Funds, this is a senior leadership opportunity for a technically strong fund accounting professional with a proven track record in private capital structures, team leadership and client relationship management.

The role offers the opportunity to influence service delivery, drive innovation and contribute to the strategic development of a growing business.

• Lead and develop the fund accounting team, ensuring accurate and timely bookkeeping, financial statements and investor reporting across a varied portfolio of fund structures
• Oversee the delivery of client services within agreed deadlines and regulatory requirements, maintaining consistently high standards of quality and control
• Drive the effective use and development of technology platforms, identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and service delivery
• Provide technical guidance and oversight on complex accounting matters
• Maintain robust accounting policies, procedures and controls, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with fund clients, senior industry professionals and external service providers
• Contribute to business development initiatives
• Work collaboratively with senior management and the wider business to support strategic planning, revenue growth and continuous improvement
• Recruit, motivate and develop team members
• Undertake relevant director and senior management responsibilities, including acting on client boards where required

• Professionally qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, ACA or ICAS)
• At least 10 years' relevant industry experience, with a strong background in fund administration and accounting
• Demonstrable technical expertise in private capital strategies, particularly private equity and venture capital
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP, alongside relevant Jersey regulatory and legal requirements
• Experience of basic tax reporting and filing requirements, including NRL, VAT and ATED
• Experience acting as a director on client boards would be beneficial

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
• Collaborative and proactive approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence
• Confident presentation skills and the ability to represent the business professionally in client and industry settings
• Must be Entitled or Entitled to work in Jersey