Job Description

Senior Fund Accountant

Dublin

9 months contract

Rate from €38 per hour PAYE DOE

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them.

My client is one of the world's largest custodian bank and securities services company. Businesses, communities and global economies rely on them because they prioritize client experience, collaboration, innovation and resilience. As the "bank of banks," their unique perspective, informed by one of the largest datasets in the world, powers the financial industry. They understand the best way to succeed at anything is to Consider Everything. Guided by values and behaviours focused on excellence, integrity, diversity and leadership, their global team brings unique perspectives, experiences and skills to pioneer a new generation of financial services.

Job Summary

They are seeking an experienced Senior Fund Accountant to join a high-performing fund accounting team. This role is responsible for the accurate calculation, verification, maintenance, and reporting of mutual fund and investment accounting data to clients, internal stakeholders, and external databases. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across fund accounting activities.

This position is ideal for a qualified accounting or finance professional with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience within fund accounting, investment operations, or financial services.

You will be hybrid working being office based 4 days a week, 1 day working from home. Standard office hours Monday to Friday with the occasional out of hours requirement inlign with business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Report and validate mutual fund data for clients, internal business groups, and external database providers.

Prepare, review, and complete financial reports, surveys, worksheets, and client deliverables.

Maintain and update mutual fund databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.

Produce routine and ad hoc reports, notifications, and supporting documentation.

Prepare and review fund financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Perform reconciliations of holdings, trades, cash balances, accruals, and other fund accounting records.

Investigate and resolve discrepancies identified during the reconciliation and reporting process.

Verify tax-related statements and supporting documentation prior to submission to the Tax Department.

Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting activities.

Ensure compliance with internal controls, operational procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve accounting and reporting queries.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within fund accounting operations.

Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent) preferred.

Proven experience in fund accounting, investment accounting, financial reporting, or asset management operations.

Strong understanding of mutual fund accounting principles and financial statement preparation.

Experience performing reconciliations across holdings, trades, cash, accruals, and investment portfolios.

Advanced numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems/databases.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Financial reporting expertise

Stakeholder management

Reconciliation and controls

Problem-solving

Time management

Team collaboration

Candidates must be able to show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention