Senior Accountant, Fund Accounting | Global Exposure | HMO on Day 1 | EMEA Shift | HYBRID Setup

About the role

This role reviews fund accounting deliverables to ensure accuracy and compliance. It acts as a technical resource for preparers while supporting compliant client accounting. You will partner closely with investment funds teams to interpret complex accounting policies and ensure timely delivery. The position requires a high level of ownership over the quality and integrity of financial reporting packages. You will serve as a key point of contact for junior staff and external stakeholders regarding accounting queries. Success in this role depends on your ability to manage multiple deadlines across different regulatory environments. You will contribute to the continuous improvement of fund accounting processes and controls. The work demands precision, consistency, and a deep commitment to regulatory standards.

Key facts

What you'll do

Perform detailed reviews of fund accounting outputs to verify accuracy, completeness, and adherence to client mandates. Apply advanced knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS or GAAP) to resolve complex accounting treatments for diverse investment vehicles. Provide technical guidance and support to preparers to ensure correct application of accounting policies across fund structures. Validate capital calls, distribution workings, and fund books of accounts to ensure alignment with contractual and regulatory requirements. Contribute to the design and execution of process improvement initiatives aimed at strengthening internal controls and review cycles. Ensure all client-specific requirements are embedded in deliverables to maintain strict compliance throughout the review cycle. Act as a subject matter expert in fund accounting systems and tools to support efficient issue resolution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate month-end close activities and ensure timely delivery of accurate reports.

Requirements

CPA license or equivalent is required for candidates from accounting, finance, or business administration backgrounds. Minimum of 5 years of overall experience includes 3 years in fund accounting, OR financial reporting, OR external audit focused on complex portfolios and advanced accounting modules. Consistent proficiency in reviewing financial statements demonstrates readiness for the role. Strong understanding of accounting standards (IFRS or GAAP) and regulatory requirements is necessary. Expertise in validating capital calls, distribution workings, and fund books and records is essential. Candidates must be comfortable working in a regulated investment services environment. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines is required. Fluency in English is mandatory for effective communication with global stakeholders.

Nice to have

Experience in the HMO sector within the Philippines context.

Practical notes

The role operates in a hybrid setup with company-issued laptop and work-from-home kit after initial onboarding. Work location is based in Pasig City, Philippines. Typical interview steps finance interviews usually include technical questions on accounting or modeling, a case study, and behavioral rounds. Candidates may be asked to build a forecast or explain a variance. Spreadsheet skills are tested in most loops. Accuracy and clear explanations matter. Interviewers may give a real dataset and ask for a quick analysis. Showing your work and explaining assumptions matters as much as the final number. The organization operates in regulated investment services environments using specialized fund accounting and reporting tools. The work involves global investment funds and complex portfolio structures across multiple jurisdictions. Quality assurance, technical guidance, and adherence to accounting standards define the team approach. Continuous learning is supported through internal training platforms and career development programs. The organization emphasizes sustainability, stakeholder relationships, and inclusive workplace initiatives.

Questions to ask

Useful questions for the interview: what a typical week looks like, how work is assigned, what tools the team uses, and how feedback works. Asking how the role has changed recently and what the team wishes it had known when joining is also reasonable. Questions about the manager's priorities are especially valued.

Career growth

Finance careers move from analyst to senior analyst, manager, and controller or FP&A director levels. Some people earn certifications such as CPA or CFA. Cross-functional work with operations and leadership grows with seniority. Finance careers reward precision early and business partnership later. Learning the operations of the company beyond the numbers accelerates growth.