Trainee Fund Accountant

About the role

Fundcraft is looking for a Trainee in Fund Accounting to join its Accounting and Financial Reporting team within the Operations department. The role supports prestigious clients in the alternative investment fund industry and sits in Girona, reporting to the Senior Associates in Accounting. It offers hands-on experience in daily bookkeeping, reconciliations and financial statement preparation.

Key responsibilities

• Perform daily bookkeeping, recording transactions accurately and on time according to standardised processes.
• Reconcile bank statements daily for funds and related entities, prioritising key transactions.
• Process and review vendor invoices, classifying them correctly and in line with internal guidelines.
• Assist in preparing NAV packages, Capital Account Statements (CAS) and Quarterly Reports (QR) using the fundcraft platform.
• Support audits by providing documentation and ensuring compliance with Limited Partnership Agreements (LPA) and internal policies.
• Maintain financial records in the fundcraft platform, extract and review accounting data, and help colleagues deliver quality accounting outputs.

Required profile

• University degree in Business Administration, Economics or a related field; candidates in their 3rd or 4th year of study are also considered.
• A major in accounting and finance is a plus.
• Good English skills and ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Initiative, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Required skills

• Willingness to learn IFRS and international GAAP, and fund-specific practices such as NAV calculation.
• Interest in alternative investment funds and openness to new tools and technologies.
• Use of accounting platforms such as fundcraft and Odoo.

What we offer

• A fast-paced, diverse workplace with opportunities to learn from specialists.
• Automation and tech integration in workflows.
• Ergonomic modern offices with daily fresh fruit and coffee.
• Monthly afterworks organised by the company.