Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Family Office Accountant to oversee and manage the global financial affairs of a private family office. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional financial management expertise, rigorous attention to detail, and a proactive, hands-on approach to complex financial operations.

This role requires a trusted professional capable of handling sensitive information with discretion while delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial reporting.

This position is a fully remote, full-time permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and bank reconciliations
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Manage consolidated reporting across multiple entities, trusts, and investments
• Ensure timely and precise cash flow monitoring and forecasting
• Maintain robust financial controls and processes

Banking & Treasury Management

• Manage day-to-day banking relationships, including account opening, maintenance, and administration across multiple jurisdictions
• Oversee liquidity management, ensuring optimal cash positioning across entities and accounts
• Monitor payments, including large-value and international transfers, with appropriate controls and approvals
• Manage treasury activities including cash pooling, FX exposure monitoring, and coordination of currency transactions

Investment & Asset Oversight

• Track and report on a diverse portfolio of investments (equities, property, private equity, etc.)
• Liaise with external investment managers and advisors
• Monitor performance and ensure accurate accounting treatment

Tax & Compliance

• Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure full compliance across jurisdictions
• Prepare and review tax documentation and filings
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and statutory requirements
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant financial regulations

Entity & Structure Management

• Manage accounting for complex structures including trusts, partnerships, and offshore entities
• Support structuring decisions with financial insight

Process Improvement & Controls

• Develop and implement best-in-class accounting policies and procedures
• Enhance systems, controls, and reporting efficiency
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key financial point of contact for the family
• Work closely with legal, tax, and investment advisors
• Present financial information clearly and concisely

Candidate Profile

Experience

• 10+ years of relevant accounting experience, ideally within a family office, private wealth environment, or similar
• Proven track record managing complex financial structures and multi-entity reporting
• Strong experience in investment accounting and financial oversight

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong financial management and analytical capabilities
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Discreet, trustworthy, and professional when handling confidential information
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Desirable

• Experience working with high-net-worth individuals or family offices
• Exposure to international structures and multi-jurisdictional tax environments
• Familiarity with specialist accounting or portfolio management systems