Job Summary: Senior Fund Accountant

Meraki Talent is recruiting a Senior Fund Accountant for a prominent financial services client in Glasgow. This is a permanent role within a high-performing, collaborative team where technical accuracy and client service are the top priorities. You will take a lead role in the oversight and production of Net Asset Values (NAVs), ensuring that all funds are managed in accordance with strict regulatory standards and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Key Responsibilities

NAV Oversight: Lead the calculation and rigorous review of daily Net Asset Values for a diverse portfolio of client funds.
Quality Control: Review the work of junior team members to ensure accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.
Complex Adjustments: Identify, process, and resolve NAV adjustments and corrections, investigating root causes for any discrepancies.
Client Relationship Management: Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing timely responses to queries and resolving complex issues.
Regulatory & Audit Support: Liaise effectively with auditors and internal departments to facilitate smooth reporting cycles.
Operational Excellence: Ensure all daily, weekly, and monthly SLAs are met, providing “over-the-line” support to colleagues during peak periods or missed deadlines.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

Fund Services Experience: Proven experience within a Fund Accounting or Fund Services function is mandatory.
Technical Mastery: Direct, hands-on experience with NAV calculations and the end-to-end fund accounting lifecycle.
Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to discuss complex financial data with clients, auditors, and senior stakeholders.

Desirable:

Qualifications: Part-qualified or fully qualified in a recognized accounting body such as ACCA, ICAS, or CIMA.
Reporting Skills: Strong background in financial reporting and a deep understanding of fund structures.

Role Details

Location: Glasgow (City Centre).
Basis: Permanent, Full-time.
Culture: A collaborative, “hard work is recognized” environment with an immediate start available for the right candidate.

The Fund Accounting Lifecycle

In a senior capacity, you are responsible for the integrity of the “Daily Strike.” Your role ensures that the valuation reflects a true and fair view of the fund’s assets.

Application Tip: Highlight your “Review” Capabilities

When applying through Meraki Talent, differentiate yourself by focusing on your oversight experience:

Error Detection: Give a specific example of a discrepancy you identified during a NAV review and how you resolved it with the client.
Process Improvement: Mention any experience you have in refining NAV workflows to improve speed or accuracy—this demonstrates the “Senior” mindset the client is looking for.

Audit Success: Highlight your experience in managing auditor requests, as this is a critical part of the senior-level reporting cycle.

Meraki Talent Limited is a premier specialist recruitment consultancy headquartered in Glasgow, focused on the “high-end” professional services sectors. Founded in 2015 by industry experts, the firm operates with a “quality over volume” philosophy, specializing in Accountancy, Finance, and Financial Services. The name “Meraki” is a Greek word meaning to do something with soul, creativity, or love—putting something of yourself into your work—which serves as the cornerstone of their consultative, relationship-led approach.

Culture and Location

The company is headquartered at 200 St Vincent Street, Glasgow, G2 5SG, in the heart of the city’s professional district. Meraki Talent fosters a mature, autonomous, and entrepreneurial culture that eschews the traditional, aggressive KPI-driven environment of recruitment. They prioritize deep market knowledge and long-term partnerships, encouraging their consultants to become genuine subject matter experts. This “adult” working environment is supported by a commitment to flexibility, professional development, and a collaborative team spirit.

Key Company Highlights

Feature	Details
Specialization	Investment Management, Public Practice, & Corporate Finance
Glasgow HQ	200 St Vincent Street, Glasgow, G2 5SG
Regional Offices	Edinburgh and London
Core Markets	UK, Luxembourg, Dublin, and offshore financial hubs
Market Edge	Boutique expertise with a global reach in Financial Services

Specialist Divisions

Meraki Talent is structured into highly focused teams that manage roles from part-qualified levels up to C-suite and Partner positions:

Financial Services: Covering Asset Management, Wealth Management, and Investment Banking.
Accountancy & Finance: Specializing in Industry & Commerce, including tax, treasury, and internal audit.
Public Practice: One of the leading recruiters for “Big 4,” Top 10, and independent accounting firms across the UK and internationally.

To apply for this job please visit merakitalent.com.