Consultant, Private Equity Accounting - Limerick | Hybrid at Northern Trust

Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Private Equity, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Holds a recognised Professional Accounting Qualification (preferable) with a number of years’ experience
Detailed knowledge of Irish/UK GAAP/US GAAP and IFRS
Working knowledge of the Irish regulatory/tax regime as it relates to Fund Accounting and Financial Reporting
Knowledge of or willingness to quickly gain knowledge of Private Equity Fund Administration
Ability to work well as part of a team
Demonstrates commitment to producing high quality work and to timeframes required
Support with daily BAU where necessary to support the team

Responsibilities

Responsible for the delivery of high quality service to each of the clients assigned to their team
Manages the preparation of interim and annual financial statements for PE Funds including the completion of consolidated financial statements for complex structures and listed entities
Active liaison with clients and external auditors, dealing with audit queries
Ensuring agreed client service levels and regulatory filing deadlines are met
Oversee the preparation of regulatory returns, including compliance reports, Central Bank and CSO returns
Ensures NAV’s are issued accurately and within defined timeframes
Control the accurate and timely payment of operating expenses
Ensures that operating arrangements are clearly established on inception of a fund
Ensures that documentation, legal and compliance issues are complete
Preparation, review & collation of reports for board packs

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Private Equity AccountingFund AccountingTransfer AgencyFinancial ReportingNAV CalculationConsolidated Financial StatementsRegulatory ReturnsAudit LiaisonClient ManagementCentral Bank Reporting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this role?

The role is hybrid and based in Limerick.

What qualifications and skills are required for this position?

A recognised Professional Accounting Qualification is preferable with a number of years’ experience, detailed knowledge of Irish/UK GAAP/US GAAP and IFRS, working knowledge of the Irish regulatory/tax regime for Fund Accounting and Financial Reporting, knowledge of or willingness to quickly gain knowledge of Private Equity Fund Administration, ability to work well as part of a team, and commitment to high quality work and timeframes.

What is the team structure like in the Private Equity department?

The Private Equity department in Limerick has a team of 40 dynamic partners that continues to grow, with the role reporting to a Team Leader.

What is the company culture like at Northern Trust?

Northern Trust offers a flexible and collaborative work culture.

What makes a strong candidate for this Consultant role?

Strong candidates hold a Professional Accounting Qualification with relevant experience, have detailed knowledge of GAAP and IFRS, understand Irish regulatory regimes for fund accounting, can work well in a team, and demonstrate commitment to high-quality work within timeframes.