Fund Accountant Roles in Financial Services

SPECIALISMS
SPECIALISMS

Essential to the asset and investment management sector, Fund Accountant roles offer ACA-qualified professionals a highly technical entry into Financial Services. These roles provide direct exposure to fund structures, valuations, and regulatory requirements, making them ideal for those with strong attention to detail and an interest in financial markets.

Key Insights

Demand for ACA-qualified Fund Accountants is growing, driven by increased regulatory scrutiny and market complexity. Fund accountants are critical to accurate reporting and investor transparency and specialist fund knowledge is increasingly sought after in asset management firms and hedge funds.

£50k–£70k

Typical salary for newly qualified fund accountants.

Top employers


Include investment firms, custodians, and third-party fund administrators.

Role Responsibilities

Fund Accountants are responsible for calculating Net Asset Value (NAV), preparing investor reports, managing fund audits, and ensuring compliance with investment regulations.

They often work closely with external administrators and internal portfolio teams. These roles require accuracy and the ability to work under pressure in deadline-driven environments.

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Qualifications & Skills

Alongside an ACA qualification, essential skills for Fund Accountants would include:
  • Familiarity with fund structures and instruments

  • Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge

  • An understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g. AIFMD, UCITS)

  • Organisational and stakeholder management skills

Where This Role Can Take You

Fund accounting can lead to roles such as Fund Controller, Product Manager, or Finance Director within asset managers.

It also offers a pathway into front-office roles and product development for those who combine technical expertise with strategic thinking.

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