Accounting Lead - Hedge Fund/Private Equity

The Company

India's marquee global technology company. They are an international flag-bearer of technical and managerial excellence. With offices around the globe, the company has a comprehensive presence across multiple segments of the IT product and service industries. They are a respected career company and a long-term wealth creator.

The Job

Managing the accounting and financial reporting function for international clients in the Alternative Investments sector. This will involve basic accounting including a compilation of books of account, finalization, and reporting including statutory norms and compliance with accounting standards. You will lead a team of qualified professionals and be responsible for end-to-end delivery.

Your Profile

- You must be a qualified Chartered Accountant with a good academic track record and approximately 12 years of post qualification experience with an emphasis on PE/Fund/ Financial Services accounting. Key experience areas must include :

- Experience in leading teams in accounting / financial reporting functional areas in the alternative investments sector (preferably worked in compiling books of account for private equity firms/hedge funds / financial services firms)

- Sound understanding of fund structures, partnership entities and fund accounting

- Capable of understanding a complex holding-subsidiary company / partnership structure and possess thorough accounting knowledge to treat and disclose investment accounting transactions

- Conversant with IFRS and UK GAAP. Ability to pick up specific areas in IFRS and UK GAAP, as required

- Responsibilities of the role include people management, performance measurement/appraisals, mentoring and guiding junior team members, and participation in unit pursuits and organization initiatives.