Private Equity Fund Accountant

Company description  

Pinnacle Fund Services (Pinnacle) is a privately owned company headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, that provides high-quality accounting and administrative services to hedge funds, private equity funds, and other investment funds in Canada, the United States and internationally. Pinnacle provides clients with responsive service and provides employees with a dynamic workplace and career growth potential. To deliver service to our growing client base, Pinnacle is seeking outstanding candidates for a Fund Accountant to join our Valencia Team. 

 

Job description 

As a Fund Accountant, you will be responsible for supporting the NAV production process for the Private Equity client portfolio, working closely with Senior Fund Accountants and Management in North America. As part of the Private Equity Team, you will work with close-ended Funds specializing in private equity, private debt, real estate and venture capital.

 

This is an excellent opportunity to build your career in fund administration and contribute to the continued growth of a dynamic, entrepreneurial organization. We are looking for a motivated and collaborative individual with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and the confidence to take initiative. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in accounting, strong written and spoken English skills, and an interest in developing their experience within the fund administration industry. 

Please note that this is a full-time, in-office position based in Valencia, Spain.

  

Responsibilities  

• Assisting with the preparation of net asset value calculations on a timely basis, which includes:
  • Recording capital activity such as capital calls & distributions
  • Recording cash activity and performing cash reconciliations
  • Pricing portfolios in accordance with funds’ offering documents
  • Ensuring fund income and expenses, including management and performance fees, are accrued for and are in accordance with relevant accounting standards
  • Preparing Investor Statements and contract notes
• Supporting responses to ad-hoc reporting requests as required by clients
• Manage own time and workload effectively, ensuring both internal and external deadlines are met

   

Desired skills and experience  

• High level of English, both spoken and written
• Good knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping
• Prior fund accounting experience is desired but not required 
• Understanding of closed-ended funds is desired but not required
• Accounting designation desired but not required 
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel 
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills 
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle multiple demands, competing priorities, and constant change 
• Ability to allocate time effectively and manage tight deadlines 

Why Pinnacle Fund Services? 

At Pinnacle Fund Services, we're committed to providing employees with a comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and professional growth. Here are some of the perks and benefits that set us apart:

 

• Educational Support
• Work-Life Balance
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Exposure to all aspects of the business, working with management directly

 

Thank you for your interest in Pinnacle Fund Services. We look forward to meeting you and learning about your next steps in your career.

 

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected status. We believe a diverse workplace is essential for driving innovation and achieving success, and we strive to provide equal opportunities for all employees. 

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