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This is a fantastic opportunity to step into the role of Head of Accounting for a new fund administration start up company for a global multinational. If you for example you are in a Senior Private Equity Fund Accounting role and would thrive on the challenge of becoming a Head of Valuations and helping the senior management team for a global brand build out a new business this is superb opportunity.

Head of Accounting (Valuations) – PCF 34:

Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package depending on experience as well discretionary bonus and benefits.

PCF 8 & Head of Accounting (Valuations) – PCF 34:

• Be the key appointment for building the management team and hiring of key staff.
• Develop new business leads.
• Develop relationships with depositaries, law firms, audit firms and other consultancy firms.
• Assist the sales team with new client proposals, pricing and head count requirements.
• Maintain and enhance client service level agreements (SLA’s). Ensuring the client expectations and service level provided is of the highest standard.
• Assist clients with new fund launches as well as new product offerings.
• Responsible for Fund Accounting department and all funds being administered by the department. As the business grows your role will become less operational.
• Be the main point of contact with the Central Bank of Ireland ensuring all regulatory returns are made in a timely manner.
• Ensuring robust Fund Accounting and Valuation processes and procedures are implemented.
• Ensure thorough and robust AML/CTF frameworks are in place. Ensuring a strong AML culture is prevalent in the business.

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications required for CEO – PCF 8 & Head of Accounting (Valuations) – PCF 34

• PCF 34 CBI approval or have the necessary experience and qualifications to obtain this approval.
• Qualified Accountant is desirable and Private Equity Fund Accounting experience.
• Strong level of experience with Investran.
• End to end PE experience a must with ACCA and/or Financial reporting experience highly desirable.
• Experience in hiring and managing teams.
• Strong technical fund industry experience and also a proven track record of strong client relationship ability. 
• Experience setting policies and procedures in order to mitigate risks and errors.

Apply Now:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our recruiters please forward your CV to gavin@kenmar.ie or call on +353851477987 on for a confidential discussion. Kenmar Recruitment Partners will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval.

Kenmar Recruitment Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

Skills:

Fund Accounting, Financial Reporting, Private Equity, CEO

Ref: KRP/Fund Accounting/Private Equity/CEO

Our client has been very successful over the last number of years and are based in a fantastic office in Dublin City Centre in a prime location for lunch and transport accessibility. They promote a very positive and collaborative culture where their employees would receive exposure and variation in their daily duties and then also have autonomy in the projects they are required to work on. Being in a small buy side operational team it is the opposite end of the spectrum in terms of a large multi-national highly functionalised sell side environments. The exposure provided this role to project management and risk can open doors for other career paths due to the exposure you will receive in this role. They are really favouring middle office experience along with strong VBA and excel skills.

You will be recognised for your efforts and contribution. This role will provide you with variation in the role in a very collaborative and positive team environment. Fantastic work life balance on offer as well. The is an extremely low turnover of staff in this team and company.

Remuneration for Middle Office Officer – Fund Manager:

There is a very competitive compensation package.

Responsibilities of Middle Office Officer – Fund Manager:

• Ensuring funds are correctly priced and no trades, prices, corporate action events are missed.
• Close collaboration with Portfolio Mangers and Brokers.
• Identify training requirements and recruitment and motivation of partners.
• Keep up to date on regulatory changes. Ensuring the client is kept abreast of these.
• Reduce any potential risk areas. Review and discuss these with senior management.
• Review fund calculations and performance.
• Increase automation in order to streamline workflows.
• Overseeing Fund administrator ensuring performance is within tolerance levels.

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications required for  Middle Office Officer – Fund Manager:

• Funds services experience within any areas such middle office, funds, portfolio valuation, depository and relationship management all desirable.
• Strong ability to with VBA, Excel (building macros) essential.
• Strong presentation, leadership and motivational skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and solve problems.

 

 

Apply Now:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our recruiters please forward your CV to gavin@kenmar.ie on for a confidential discussion. Kenmar Recruitment Partners will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval.

Kenmar Recruitment Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

Skills:

Middle office / Trade Management / Settlements

Ref: KRP/ MO / IR / 8100

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into the role Team Manager for a rapidly growing UCITS Manco in Dublin. They have €29bn AUM at present and is continuously growing. If you have strong overall middle office experience with either an asset manager or fund services company and is seeking a role to broaden your knowledge in positive and highly motivated team this a role not to miss out on.

Remuneration for Fund Operations & Oversight Manager - Asset Manager:

Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package depending on experience as well as discretionary bonus and benefits.

Responsibilities of Fund Operations & Oversight Manager - Asset Manager:

• Daily overview of settlements fails and seeking their solution.
• Resolution of daily queries and issues.
• Reconciliation between counterparties, custodians and administrators.
• Oversight of EMIR reconciliation programme.
• Dealing with global transfer agent. Projecting subs and reds cash flows.
• Oversight of service providers. SLA’s are adhered to.
• NAV oversight. Ensuring derivative pricing is correct.
• Management of distribution requirements.
• Team Management.

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications required for Fund Operations & Oversight Manager - Asset Manager:

• Educational background in Business, Accounting or finance discipline.
• At least 7 years’ experience within back/middle office or operations.
• Strong UCITS knowledge including various financial products.
• EMIR/SFTR reporting experience desirable.
• Enthusiastic and motivated.

Apply Now:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our recruiters please forward your CV to gavin@kenmar.ie or call on +353851477987 on for a confidential discussion. Kenmar Recruitment Partners will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval.

Kenmar Recruitment Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

Skills:

Middle office, back office, fund operations, UCITS, Manager

Ref: KRP/funds/operations/asset management

 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and well-established Capital Markets team in a rapidly growing global company based in Dublin. My client has a fantastic reputation both in Ireland and globally for its high standard of delivery within many different areas including corporate, fund and capital markets.

You will be joining a small close knit and collaborative team where you will get the career exposure of reporting directly into the department head. You will be tasked with cash management and transactions delivery responsibilities but also required to work with closely with many other service providers such as investment managers, private equity firms, accountancy and legal companies.  

If you’re an enthusiastic person on the upward trajectory of your career and looking for a role and company where you can commit your long-term career future and progress your career this is a fantastic opportunity.

Remuneration for Loan Analyst - Capital Markets:

Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package depending on experience as well discretionary bonus and benefits.

Responsibilities of Loan Analyst - Capital Markets:

• Delivery of cash management and transaction of administration services of for a number of client companies with a diverse range of assets including loan portfolios, RMBS, CMBS, CDO and ABS from large international institutions.
• Validate and confirmation across a treasury products including bon coupons, loan rollovers, money market deposits, interest rate swaps, total return swaps etc.
• Settlement of confirmed trades.
• Waterfall and IPD calculations and required reporting.
• Cash management and monitoring. Accurate and timely settlement of transactions.
• Review of Transaction documents including Facility Agreements, Loan Agreements, Cash Managements Agreements.
• Assist the sales team in RFP’s and promotion of teams’ services and capabilities.
• Contribute to process improvements.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects as and when they fall.

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications required for Loan Analyst - Capital Markets:

• Knowledge and experience of the above mentioned security products essential.
• Strong SWIFT experience.
• Knowledge of loan and facility agreements as well as understanding of roles involved in Bilateral, Syndicated loans.
• Enthusiastic, flexible, team player with a helpful nature.
• Knowledge of FACTCA, EMIR, CRS regulations desirable but not essential.

Apply Now:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our recruiters please forward your CV to gavin@kenmar.ie or call on +353851477987 on for a confidential discussion. Kenmar Recruitment Partners will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval.

Kenmar Recruitment Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

This is a newly established business area in a very successful financial services firm in Dublin. It is a small team with a positive and friendly culture where you will be given the time to learn and progress your career. This is not a highly functionalised team structure like most large fund services business where your exposure is limited. Plus there is a very positive work life balance with this company.

My client is seeking a candidate that is enthusiastic and on the upward trajectory of their career and will grab this opportunity with both hands. If you some funds industry knowledge, pursuing an accounting qualification and have an understanding of financial reporting this is a great opportunity to progress your career at a fast pace.

Remuneration for Private Equity Fund Accountant:

Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package depending on experience as well discretionary bonus and benefits.

Responsibilities of Private Equity Fund Accountant:

• Monthly and Quarterly NAV valuations for PE Funds.
• Ensure all cash and position reconciliations are in line and any queries resolved.
• Review corporate actions, pricing and accruals.
• Assist with capital calls, distributions and statements.
• Prepare fee calculations and P&L allocations across funds.
• File quarterly regulatory returns with the Central Bank.
• Preparation of annual financial accounts under IFRS or local GAAP.

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications required for Private Equity Fund Accountant:

• Experience within Fund Accounting highly desirable.
• Experience with Investran highly desirable. 
• Intention to pursue accounting qualification if not already part qualified.
• Knowledge of financial markets and products essential.
• IT proficient and a strong written and oral communication skills.

Apply Now:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our recruiters please forward your CV to gavin@kenmar.ie or call on +353851477987 on for a confidential discussion. Kenmar Recruitment Partners will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval.

Kenmar Recruitment Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

Skills:

Fund Accounting, Financial Reporting, Private Equity, SPV

Ref: KRP/Fund Accounting/Private Equity

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a high performing and successful specialist team with a global award winning financial advisory firm. You will provide financial and operational solutions to their global clients specifically focused on numerous fund structures.

This role will allow you to broaden your experience across asset and fund management clients that are multi-jurisdictional and technically demanding where you are deemed the key expert. It also provides you with responsibilities such as business development and client engagement meetings.

For example if you’re currently on a Financial Reporting team for a fund services company and looking to broaden the scope of your current role this is a perfect opportunity.  

Remuneration for Financial Reporting Manager - Advisory:

Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package depending on experience as well discretionary bonus and benefits.

Responsibilities of Financial Reporting Manager - Advisory:

• Preparation of annual financial statements under IFRS and US GAAP.
• Experience with multiple fund structures including Private Equity, mutual, UCITS, ICAVs etc.
• Experience with financial reporting packages desirable.
• Provide a contribution to the business unit strategy.
• Help to identify a target market.
• Ensuring a focus on improving financial statement production process.
• Be a key player in maintaining and developing client relationships.
• Design and implementation of project plans.

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications required for Financial Reporting Manager - Advisory:

• Minimum 5 years auditing/accounting/financial reporting experience.
• Accounting or another professional qualification.
• Experience within top 10 practice.
• Excellent communicator and multi-tasker.
• Strong project management skills.

Apply Now:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our recruiters please forward your CV to gavin@kenmar.ie or call on +353851477987 on for a confidential discussion. Kenmar Recruitment Partners will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval.

Kenmar Recruitment Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

Skills:

Accountancy qualified, Financial Reporting, GAAP, funds

Ref: KRP/Accountancy/Fin Rep/420

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and growing Alternative Investment Team where you will be responsible for the management of the private equity and fund accounting team while reporting to the department head. The role requires the timely and accurate delivery of NAV calculations and working closely with any staff under their supervision while assisting in the development of the team, setting goals, and acting as a guide and mentor to direct reports.

This is a close knit, collaborative and friendly team and they are seeking a team player that will fit in. If you're a Private Equity Fund Accounting Supervisor or Assistant Manager and seeking a step up this is a fantastic career move. 

Remuneration for Fund Accounting Manager – Private Equity:

Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package depending on experience as well discretionary bonus and benefits.

Responsibilities of Fund Accounting Manager – Private Equity:

• Assist in managing client relationships involving interaction with both the client and the and management to ensure consistency of service.
• Ensure the assigned Private Equity team operates within the clearly defined and documented control environment.
• Supervise a team of Private Equity accountants facilitating their ongoing development.
• Resolve fund accounting enquiries escalated by the Administrator.
• Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the Private Equity team
• Preparation of net asset value calculations and financial statements
• Ad hoc client and investor reporting
• Ensure all aged items on cash and position reconciliations are resolved timely.
• Review daily and monthly NAV calculations.
• Develop and improve NAV calculation workflows and procedures.
• Play a role in new client initialization and transition

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications required for Fund Accounting Manager – Private Equity:

• 3-5 years’ experience in Alternatives/Private Equity/Private Debt Funds 
• Experience in working on a Private Equity accounting system
• Strong knowledge of market risk methodologies, pricing, and accounting practices.
• Experience with Investran Highly desirable

Our client is a prestigious global financial and legal services firm and are currently seeking a bright and diligent experience company secretary to join a friendly and collaborative team.

This role reports to a Senior Vice President but you will be allowed autonomy and decision making capability. Due to client growth and also the onboarding of new clients this role will allow for extensive career progression opportunities in your career.

Remuneration for the Vice President Company Secretary:

Excellent salary, bonus, and benefits package on offer. 

Key Responsibilities of the Vice President Company Secretary:

• Be a key person to help with complex issues as they arise.
• Be a vital contributor to key on going projects.
• Help grow and manage the team at a senior level.
• Represent this client at business seminars and marketing events.
• Assisting with AML and KYC compliance.
• Organising and attending board meetings.
• Liaise with lawyers, investment managers and hedge fund directors.

Skills Required for the Vice President Company Secretary:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience ideally in the global financial services or funds industry.
• Knowledge of local regulatory governance desirable.
• Legal educational background or company secretarial qualification required.
• Team leadership and mentorship experience also a key component.

Apply Now:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our recruiters, please forward your CV to gavin@kenmar.ie on for a confidential discussion. Kenmar Recruitment Partners will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval.

Kenmar Recruitment Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

Skills:

Company Secretary, Legal Funds

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and well-established professionally qualified accounting team. With fantastic growth plans and new clients in the pipeline. This role will report directly into the Business Unit Director with your main responsibilities focused around the financial and statutory reporting for SPV clients.  

My client is seeking a candidate that is enthusiastic and on the upward trajectory of their career and will grab this opportunity with both hands. This business area is a close knit, collaborative and friendly team and they are seeking a team player that will fit in with the team.

Remuneration for Financial Account Manager - Qualified:

Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package depending on experience as well discretionary bonus and benefits.

Responsibilities of Financial Account Manager - Qualified:

• Preparation of annual financial accounts under IFRS or local GAAP.
• Preparation of accounting journals including accruals and prepayments for a variety of SPVs.
• Liaising with auditors and SPV Directors to ensure successful completion of financial statements.
• Production and completion of monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of SPVs.
• Liaising with Tax advisors in relation to VAT and corporation tax compliance.
• Trouble shoot any issues with audited financial statements.
• Implement and contribute to process improvements.

Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications required for Financial Account Manager - Qualified:

• Minimum 3 years auditing/accounting/financial reporting experience.
• Qualified ACA / ACCA Accountant.
• Strong Accounting skills.
• SPV experience. Financial products and products knowledge.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.

With 12 years’ experience working with financial services and the funds industry I have extensive knowledge and network within the industry. If you are seeking career guidance or even a career-change I have helped many candidates achieve this previously so reach out anytime for a chat.

Apply Now:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our recruiters please forward your CV to gavin@kenmar.ie or call on +353851477987 on for a confidential discussion. Kenmar Recruitment Partners will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval.

Kenmar Recruitment Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

Skills:

Accountancy qualified, Financial Reporting, SPV

Ref: KRP/Accountancy/Fin Rep/217

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that has an excellent culture and opportunity for career progression. My client has a newly refurbished office state of the art office in prime Dublin City centre location. Excellent location for transport. My client as a company really prides itself on its collaborative culture and being able to promote and grow its employee's careers. 

As a private company they very much promote an inclusive and collaborative culture where achievement is rewarded and not taken for granted. There is a positive attitude towards work life balance as my client wants to keep their employees with them for as long as possible and help the company grow. 

As a fund accountant on this team you will receive excellent training and exposure to all the fund types and products this asset manager sells. For a candidate at the relative early stages of their careers (3 - 6) years this is an excellent opportunity to learn not only about Fund Accounting but also asset management and to chart your career.

Remuneration:

Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration with performance bonus as well as a very competitive benefits package within a progressive environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Fund Accountant - Real Assets:

• Calculation and revision of fund's net asset value.
• Preparing stakeholder information.
• Budgeting.
• Allocation of shared costs. 
• Monitoring and placing controls on fund accruals.
• liaising with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Involved in the Financial Reporting process. 

Skills Required for Senior Fund Accountant - Real Assets:

• ACCA qualified or with a few exams remaining. 
• High attention to details. Understanding areas of risk and identifying issues.
• 3 - 6 years fund accounting and /or financial services experience.
• Very analytical thinking.
• Ability to handle pressure.
• strong communication skills.

Apply Now:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our recruiters please forward your CV to gavin@kenmar.ie on for a confidential discussion. Kenmar Recruitment Partners will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval.

Kenmar Recruitment Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

Skills:

Fund Accounting, Fund Management

KRP/FA/1450

 

 

An International Investment Management company is actively seeking talented and skilled candidates in Dublin. The company has extensive growth plans for the Dublin market. They provide a collaborative and dynamic working environment with a culture that is based upon getting the best out of each other. They have a high tech office with brand new facilities. It is in a very convenient central Dublin location. They want to attract the best talent in Dublin and are willing to offer excellent salary, bonus and benefits to do so. However, they are also value a work life balance for their employees with excellent career progression opportunities. They want to recruit the best and they want them to stay for their career. There are a number of areas they are looking at so if you are looking for a fresh start in an innovative and technological company this is the opportunity for you.

 

•             Trade Capture and Confirmation

•             Middle Office Specialists

•             SWIFT knowledge

•             Regulatory Compliance

•             Due Diligence

•             KYC – Know Your Customer

•             Market Risk – Funds

•             Corporate Actions

•             Regulatory Reporting

•             Threshold reporting

•             NAV /Fund Accounting

•             Settlements & Reconciliations

•             Front Office Support

•             Performance Analysts

•             Big Data Analysts

•             Performance Analysts

•             RFPs

•             Programmers with Indesign, Filemaker, Thunderhead, Vermillion, Oracle, Java, Python.

•             Graphic designers

 

With 12 years’ experience working with financial services and the funds industry I have extensive knowledge and network within the industry. If you are seeking career guidance or even a career change I have helped many candidates achieve this previously so reach out anytime for a chat.

Apply Now:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in person or with one of our recruiters please forward your CV to gavin@kenmar.ie on for a confidential discussion. Kenmar Recruitment Partners will not forward your details without prior discussion and approval.

Kenmar Recruitment Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for engagement and/or employment. An inclusive and diverse workforce is an essential part of the development of our organisation’s culture which we believe enhances both our working environment and the service we provide to our customers.

Ref: KRP/ IM/ Asset / 821