Job Description

Job descriptionAbout this roleThis role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.Reporting into a Vice President, this role will primarily support accounting, reporting, treasury, tax functions of a major client’s management incentive scheme.In this role you will:Perform treasury services including setting up and reviewing online payments, reconciling bank accounts and maintaining liquidity report.Maintain accounting records and ensure accuracy and completeness of data for both investment and carry funds.Prepare quarterly and annual investor statements.Prepare investor cash flow proposal and notices.Preparing quarter end and year end pack including intercompany loan reconciliations.Develop knowledge of Colmore’s existing processes and procedures to ensure maximum effectiveness.Liaise with auditors and tax advisors to ensure timely provision of audit and tax deliverables.Preparation of calculations for tax distributions and carry vesting.Liaise with Client Relations to upload documents onto Helios platform.Monitor product in-box and investigate and prepare responses to investor queries.Support wider fund accounting team as required including preparation of accounts for one or more funds.You are a good fit if:Working towards a professional accounting qualification / part qualified preferred but not essential.Accounting degree preferred but not essential.One-to two years’ experience in a similar role, including accounting and treasury functions, preferred but not essential.Private equity knowledge preferred but not essential.Analytical mind, ability to deal with complexity, initiative, ownership of work, resilience and ability to interact professionally with senior client staff essential.Proficient user of MS Excel and other MS products (confident with handling large datasets, Pivot tables, sumifs, vlookups – understanding of macros not required).An understanding of fund/group structures preferred but not essential.Excellent working knowledge of accounting databases/running reports.