PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RECRUITMENT - The best appointment you'll make
W&A is supporting a leading investment management business in their search for a Senior Fund Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a pivotal role within a high-performing fund services team, contributing to the delivery of exceptional accounting, reporting and regulatory support.
The role is based in Edinburgh and offers a hybrid working model.
The Opportunity
As Senior Fund Accountant, you’ll play a central role in overseeing the accounting and reporting for a portfolio of UK open-ended investment funds. You will take ownership for reviewing financial statements, tax returns and regulatory filings, while also driving enhancements across processes and contributing subject matter expertise to business-wide projects.
In addition, you’ll act as a point of knowledge and guidance across the department, supporting the development of Fund Accountants and Fund Operations Administrators and ensuring operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and review semi-annual and year-end financial statements in line with accounting standards, liaising with auditors to resolve queries and meet deadlines.
Oversee daily NAV pricing and sign-off processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Review and submit regulatory/statutory filings, dividend distributions, Corporation Tax and VAT returns.
Support fund documentation updates, budgeting and forecasting, and preparation of board and committee materials.
Contribute SME input to cross-departmental projects and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide coaching and guidance to colleagues, helping to develop knowledge and capability across the team.
What You’ll Bring
Qualified Accountant (ICAS, ACCA or equivalent) with relevant post-qualified experience.
Strong knowledge of fund accounting regulations, including IA SORP and FCA COLL (advantageous)
Experience reviewing and quality-checking work, and providing clear guidance to others.
Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly.
Experience contributing to or leading projects in a leadership or SME capacity.
Why Apply?
Opportunity to play a senior role in a specialist fund services team.
Exposure to a broad range of fund accounting, reporting and regulatory activities.
The chance to influence and improve processes across the department.
A supportive environment with strong emphasis on knowledge sharing, professional development and collaboration.
Package & Benefits
Competitive salary + bonus (available on request)
Comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid working model
Strong culture of professional development
To learn more or apply, please contact Jack Ramage at jack@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we’ll be in touch.