Financial Accountant - Newly Qualified or Finalist
About the job
- Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA, or ACA.
- At least 3 years of experience in practice or industry; financial services exposure is a plus.
- A strong grasp of accounting principles and knowledge of, or a strong interest in, regulatory reporting; training is provided.
- Strong Excel skills, including lookups, pivot tables, and building clean, reliable reconciliations.
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good organisation and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Confidence to ask questions, challenge existing practices, and take ownership of work.
- Own the ledgers across group entities and prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
- Own bank and balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving differences promptly.
- Monitor accounts payable and receivable, keeping supplier and customer balances clean and up to date.
- Produce the monthly financial reporting pack for 7 group entities, including commentary for the Finance Director.
- Maintain the fixed asset register.
- Assist with payroll processing.
- Prepare VAT returns.
- Prepare FCA regulatory returns.
- Prepare statutory filings across international entities, including the UK, Norway, the US, Canada, and Singapore.
- Support the annual audit by preparing schedules and responding to auditor queries.
- Support and develop Accounts Assistants, providing cover and guidance.
- Work with the finance team and wider business to improve processes, systems, and workflows.
- As the core close matures, take on variance analysis and deeper management reporting, working with budget holders across the business.
- Financial services exposure.
- Experience with Xero or Sage Intacct, or with multi-currency accounting.
About the company
Validus Risk Management provides independent financial risk management, fund finance advisory, and technology tools for the alternative investment industry. It offers consultancy on establishing, refinancing, and renegotiating fund finance facilities and implements hedging programs to control FX, interest rates, and commodities, backed by analytical tools and market insights. The company differentiates itself by combining specialized risk-management advice with technology solutions and deep industry knowledge for end-to-end guidance in the alt-asset space. Its goal is to help clients reduce financial risk, optimize funding structures, and deliver stable outcomes for Limited Partners and other investors globally.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total Funding
$65M
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
2009
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Amy McIver joined on 16 September 2026, deepening fund finance origination coverage.
- The 6 August 2026 Interest Rate Dashboard expands sellable functionality across Horizon.
- Singapore opened APAC reach, while FTV Capital's 2025 growth equity funded expansion.
What critics are saying
- Private capital budgets tighten fast if 2026 fundraising stalls, slowing software renewals.
- Marquee rivals like BlackRock Aladdin and Kroll can bundle adjacent workflows into pricing pressure.
- If GPs standardize internal analytics, Validus becomes a niche advisory shop within two years.
What makes Validus Risk Management unique
- Validus unifies fund finance advice and risk software for private capital managers.
- Horizon PortfolioView tracks debt, derivatives, and hedge coverage at three portfolio levels.
- Its 2026 award and $700 billion exposure footprint signal embedded workflow credibility.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Mental Health Support
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Professional Development Budget
- Performance Bonus