Senior Fund Accountant

For an International M&A Specialist in Amsterdam we are looking a Senior Funt Accountant. This position offers multiple opportunities, including the chance to manage your own portfolio of funds. Interested? Then keep reading!

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Reviewing accounting activities, including accruals, interest calculations, sales bookings, movements in investment properties, lease incentives, intangible assets, and service charge reconciliations in accordance with Dutch GAAP and IFRS;
• Actively managing carry by ensuring efficient capital calls and effective use of available facilities;
• Coordinating and overseeing capital calls and distributions;
• Preparing and reviewing cash flow statements and advising on liquidity planning and capital allocation;
• Informing the investment team and advising senior fund accountants on liquidity management;
• Designing, implementing, and enforcing fund control frameworks, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations;
• Leading and managing overall fund accounting operations, including supervising external fund administrators and ensuring data accuracy and consistency;
• Preparing client-specific periodic (fund) reports and performance analyses;
• Coordinating CIT and VAT filings;
• Following up on and coordinating complex client-specific accounting and fund-related requests;
• Preparing audit files, managing relationships with auditors and depositaries, and representing the firm during fund audits;
• Informing the CFO, Management Team, and Managing Partners on fund performance, cash planning, risks, and strategic improvement opportunities;

Who are you:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, or a related field;
• Strong knowledge of Dutch GAAP; IFRS knowledge;
• ACCA certification is considered an advantage;
• 7–10 years of relevant experience in fund accounting or financial services, preferably within fund management or private equity;
• Deep understanding of fund administration, including NAV calculation processes, regulatory requirements, and fund structures;
• Proven experience leading fund accounting operations and supervising external service providers;
• Strong proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel skills;
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a proactive and hands-on mindset;
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders and collaborate across teams;
• Fluent in Dutch and English.

Offer:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus;
• Unlimited holidays
• Opportunity to participate under favorable conditions;
• Laptop and an iPhone;
• Lots of responsibility from day one, with flexible working hours;
• International trips.

Interested in the Senior Fund Accountant position? Then apply as soon as possible!

Robert Walters Netherlands is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.