​What you need to know

Matrix Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Hedge Fund Accountant for our client in the financial services sector based in Dublin (hybrid working available).

Reporting to the Team Manager, your main responsibility will be to provide accounting service and performance analysis to hedge funds. Prepare financial statements, maintain general ledgers, calculate net asset value and take on other accounting responsibilities.

This is a 9-month contract role with some opportunity for extension and / or permanency.

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Key duties & responsibilities:

• Ensure valuations are calculated accurately and prepared to meet valuation deadlines.

• Ensure the Net Asset Values are issued to all relevant parties in accordance with reporting requirements.

• Ensure all cash and holdings reconciliations are completed in accordance with agreed timetables and procedures.

• Liaise with custodians to resolve any reconciliation issues.

• Prepare income forecasts on a monthly basis.

• Prepare fee schedules on a timely basis.

• Liaise with investment managers to ensure efficient flow of information as required.

• Liaise with clients on operational issues.

• Complete statutory returns.

What are we looking for?

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in the funds industry.

• Experience of Advent/Geneva/NTAS is desirable.

• Good working knowledge of NAV calculations and experience in self checking of NAV.

• Experience of identifying and querying Cash and Asset reconciliation items.

• Knowledge of the different types of Performance Fees.

• Knowledge of Complex Instruments.

• Excellent Knowledge of Excel.

• High Level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication Skills.

• Client oriented.

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