Who we are looking for:

A candidate who is required to solve problems and provide assistance and guidance to the Fund Accountants. Achieving quality of service is a team effort and the Senior Fund Accountant needs to function at all times as a team player and ensure that other members of the team do so.We are looking for suitable candidates in Krakow and Gdansk.

Why this role is important to us:

The team you will be joining is a part of International Fund Services (IFS), acquired by State Street in July 2002. IFS, also known as Alternative Investment Solutions is a recognized industry-leading provider of fund accounting, fund administration and risk services to hedge funds and private equity funds. These services are fully integrated to provide complete end-to-end solutions that span the front-, middle- and back-office requirements of institutional investors.

Join us if making your mark in the alternative investment industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.

What you will be responsible for:

As Senior Fund Accountant you will:

• Prepare daily cash, position and market value reconciliations including trade capture and pricing;
• Assist in the Dealing Date accounting process;
• Assist in reviewing and resolving reconciliations of portfolio cash and security accounts;
• Work on corporate actions, equities, fixed income, futures, options and swaps and complex financial instruments;
• Assist in semi-annual and annual audit process;
• Handle more complex tasks;
• Provide advice and serve as a point of reference for queries from junior fund accountants;
• Identify any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and report and/or escalate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures.

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Highly numerate & IT literate;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Ability to perform effectively within strict client deadlines.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance or Business related area (completed with a good final score).
• At least one year of experience in fund accounting, hedge funds;
• ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CPA qualified or partially qualified will be an advantage;
• Fluent English language skills.

We offer

• Permanent contract from day one
• Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)
• VIP medical package for employees and their families (partner and children)
• Premium life insurance package and private pension plan
• Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs
• Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice
• Variety of well-being programs