Private Equity Accountant

Northview Services Ltd. is a Cayman Islands-based private investment office. We are looking for a Private Equity Accountant to join our Private Equity team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant with a background in auditing and a genuine interest in private equity. Reporting to the Director of Private Equity, the ideal candidate will be someone who works well within a small team and brings a collaborative, professional approach to their work.

Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Processing and payment of capital calls and investment transactions, ensuring entries to the Portfolio Management System accurately reflect capital calls and distributions on a timely basis.
• Monthly reconciliation of investment positions to capital statements and the Portfolio Management System.
• Preparation of analysis and updates to the Investment Review Committee.
• Assisting with cash flow and commitment management analysis across the Private Equity, Real Estate, and Infrastructure portfolios.
• Performing analysis of existing portfolios and assisting in the due diligence of new investment opportunities.
• Assisting in the maintenance, preparation, and distribution of monthly Private Equity Reports, Budgets, and Forecasts in accordance with the format set by the Investment Review Committee.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures across the team.
• Undertaking any other tasks and projects that may be assigned by management from time to time.

The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:

• A recognised professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACA, or ACCA) and a relevant bachelor's degree from a reputable university.
• An internationally recognized investment management designation (CFA, CAIA or equivalent) would be a distinct advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience either in auditing funds, or fund accounting/private equity investment administration.
• A solid understanding of accounting principles, particularly in relation to investment products, and a proven ability to analyse and fully understand company financial statements, corporate capital structures, and company valuations.
• An understanding of Private Equity, Real Estate, and Infrastructure investment structures, related investment strategies, and the risks associated with alternative investment products.
• Familiarity with portfolio management systems such as FactSet, Fusion Invest, and the Cobalt Private Equity analytics platform would be a distinct advantage.
• An understanding of US Federal and State tax filing requirements for non-US investors would be a distinct advantage.
• Excellent IT literacy, including expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, full familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite, and ideally experience with Power BI.
• Highly numerate, with strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, and a firm commitment to accuracy and excellence.
• The ability to work within a dynamic environment, share workloads, work cross-functionally and be able to self-manage and prioritize work effectively.
• Willingness and ability to work outside normal office hours, including evenings and weekends, as and when required, to complete the work and meet deadlines.

A comprehensive remuneration package is being offered with excellent benefits and a salary in the range of USD 95,000 to 110,000 per annum, depending on experience and ability. This position is based on an in-office 40hr work week, with office hours being 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday.