Tax ACR - Fund Accounting - RF - Tax Senior
Role description
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Job title: Manager – Fund Accounting (RtR)
Job purpose
The Fund Accounting Manager will lead end-to-end fund accounting and financial reporting activities for Nordic / European real estate clients. The role involves managing complex fund structures, ensuring compliance with IFRS/local GAAP, and driving operational excellence using ERP platforms such as Yardi. The individual will also act as a key stakeholder interface for onshore teams and clients.
Responsibilities
Fund Accounting & Financial Reporting : Oversee end-to-end fund accounting processes including:
General ledger accounting, journals, and accruals
NAV preparation and validation
Financial statement preparation (IFRS/local GAAP)
Review trial balances, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Manage periodic closing activities (monthly/quarterly/yearly)
Real Estate Fund Management
- Handle accounting for real estate entities including SPVs, holding companies, and funds
- Review property-level accounting, lease accounting, and asset-level reporting
Manage capital transactions such as
- Capital calls and distributions
- Investor allocations
- Intercompany transactions and loan accounting
ERP & Systems
- Drive accounting operations using Yardi ERP (GL, investment management, reporting modules)
- Ensure data integrity, automation utilization, and process standardization within Yardi
- Support system enhancements and process improvements
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Act as primary point of contact for Nordic clients and onshore stakeholders
Manage communication across multiple geographies and time zones
Provide insights on fund performance, variances, and key financial metrics
Compliance & Controls : Ensure adherence to
IFRS / Local regulatory requirements (Nordic jurisdictions)
Internal controls, audit standards, and governance frameworks
Liaise with auditors and support year-end audits
Drive process documentation and SOP compliance
Team Leadership & Delivery Management
Lead and mentor a team of accountants and senior analysts
Drive performance management, training, and capability development
Ensure adherence to SLAs, KPIs, and quality benchmarks
Identify opportunities for automation and continuous improvement
Data Analytics & Reporting
Leverage MS Excel (advanced) for data analysis and reconciliations
Use Power BI for: Dashboard creation, Fund performance tracking, KPI reporting and analytics
Qualifications & Experience
Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Experience
- 15+ years in fund accounting, with strong exposure to real estate funds
- Hands-on experience in Yardi ERP platform
Strong understanding of
- Fund structures (PE / Real Estate funds)
- NAV calculations and financial reporting
- IFRS and/or European regulatory frameworks
- Key Skills & Competencies
Functional Skills
- Fund accounting and NAV expertise
- Real estate accounting and asset-level reporting
- Financial statement preparation and audit handling
- Technical Skills
- Yardi ERP (mandatory)
Advanced MS Excel and Power BI / data visualization tools
Behavioral & Leadership Skills
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to manage global teams and client interactions
Analytical mindset with attention to detail
Strong project and delivery management capabilities
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