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Financial Assistant

AP Ventures
Posted onNov 25, 2025
LocationLondon (Hybrid)
Employment typeFull-time

We are a boutique Venture Capital (VC) firm with fund commitments totalling c.$400m. This is an exciting opportunity to join our finance team, reporting directly to the CFO. You will play a key role in managing the Fund Manager accounts and supporting the wider finance function across our UK, South Africa, and USA offices.

Role Dimension

The role requires strong knowledge of double-entry accounting and experience with VAT returns (partial exemption). While your primary focus will be on the fund manager accounts, you will also gain exposure to fund accounting and compliance processes, making this a dynamic and varied position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Input monthly management accounts for the Fund Manager in a timely manner

  • Maintain accounting records in Xero for South Africa and USA entities

  • Prepare VAT return submissions using the partial exemption method

  • Update fund schedules including share certificates and management fees

  • Support the annual fund manager audit, liaising with auditors to ensure smooth delivery

  • Prepare FCA returns for submission

  • Compile expenses analysis and drawdown summaries for LPAC meetings

  • Provide quarterly information for the depositary

  • Distribute tax returns to LPs

  • Assist with compliance processes, including submissions to third-party advisors

  • File statutory returns with Companies House

  • Undertake other general accounting and administrative tasks as required

Experience & Qualities

  • Ideal AAT qualified or part-qualified

  • Minimum three years’ accounting experience, ideally within a fund or investment environment

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

  • Experience with Xero accounting software (preferred)

  • Strong time management, organisational, and communication skills

  • Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a boutique VC firm with significant fund commitments and global reach

  • Gain exposure to fund accounting and compliance in a dynamic investment environment

  • Work closely with senior leadership, including the CFO

  • Opportunity to develop your expertise in venture capital finance

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