Fund Accountant

HS Financial Technologies (HSFT) is a global technology and fund administration partner to alternative asset managers, supporting more than $1 trillion in assets under administration. We serve private equity, private credit, hedge funds, endowments, and others with integrated technology, specialized expertise, and scalable operations.

Our proprietary platform connects data, workflows, and operations across the investment lifecycle, delivering the automation, transparency, and insights clients need to operate efficiently and grow with confidence. Combined with deep expertise across fund accounting, middle office, investor services, regulatory reporting, tax, risk, and front-office solutions, we help clients navigate complexity at scale.

More than 2,400 professionals across 14 global offices deliver the expertise, responsiveness, and consistency that have made HSFT a trusted partner to alternative asset managers worldwide.

At HSFT, we are committed to helping employees build meaningful, long-term careers through structured development programs, leadership opportunities, and clear paths for growth. Guided by our core values of Relationships, Support, Innovation, and Expertise, we foster a collaborative environment where people are empowered to learn, contribute, and succeed.

We offer flexible working arrangements, comprehensive health and well-being benefits, and a culture that invests in our people because they are the foundation of our success.

Founded in 2008 as HedgeServ, HSFT is recognized as a leading provider of alternative asset services, earning industry recognition across technology, accounting, client service, investor services, and regulatory expertise.

Job Description

A Fund Accountant will be required to perform the following tasks within the fund accounting or NAV department. They shall be executed within the guidelines and procedures provided by HSFT and under the supervision and guidance of a Fund Accounting Supervisor and Fund Accounting Manager. Key responsibilities for the Fund Accountant’s role include reconciliation, trade capture, corporate actions processing and pricing. They will be required to perform tasks accurately and within required timelines. Every Fund Accountant will receive the requisite Induction Training in addition to both compulsory training (AML/KYC) and optional training. Additional, client-specific training will be provided by the NAV Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities:

The below list is not finite and may be added to. The combination of tasks required to be executed will vary depending on both client structure, client requirements and business needs.

• Assist in the production of daily, weekly and monthly NAV, ensuring completion of specified tasks per NAV checklists
• Perform cash, position and market value reconciliations between HSFT, brokers and clients
• Identify and investigate break items on reconciliations in a timely manner
• Escalate fund accounting issues and aged items to the Fund Accounting Supervisor
• Ensure all positions are priced correctly
• Verify corporate actions to ensure accurate processing
• Prepare daily profit and loss reports and review for reasonableness
• Calculate and process income and expense accruals including fee calculations and trading accruals
• Comply with HSFT’s defined checklists, procedures and controls
• Assist in the audit process if required
• Attend and participate in team meetings
• Collaborate and liaise with internal service departments to support the resolution of fund-related issues.
• Ensure pre agreed internal and external deadlines are met consistently
• HSFT operates a client focused structure which provides a wide-range of experience to all levels of employee.
• As such a Fund Accountant should be flexible and willing to adapt

Our requirements:

• Accounting, Finance, Legal or Business Degree
• Experience in a similar role within the funds industry – 6 months + ideally
• Experience in NAV calculation
• Intention to actively pursue a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ACA) is not required but would be an advantage
• IT Literate
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and well organized
• Ability to work effectively in a time-sensitive environment with defined deadlines
• Ability to be flexible and work effectively both within a team structure and independently
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good initiative tempered with identifying when escalation is required.
• Demonstrates reliability and accountability
• Take ownership of designated tasks
• Act as a role model for HSFT

We’re proud to offer a benefits package and workplace culture designed to support your health, career ambitions and life beyond work.

• LuxMed Premium Package
• Life insurance and travel insurance
• MyBenefit Platform
• Employee Referral Program
• Remote/hybrid working opportunities, or from the office
• 100% funding for certifications and postgraduate studies accredited by ACCA, CIMA and IOB
• Graduate Programme
• Technical workshops and soft skills training
• Sports and Social Club