Fund Accountant (senior)

At Marktlink Capital, we are looking for a Fund Accountant (senior) to strengthen our team. In this role, you will manage the financial administration of our investment funds and ensure high-quality reporting and compliance with regulations. As our portfolio continues to expand, we are seeking a candidate who is enthusiastic about taking on additional responsibilities.

This position offers multiple opportunities, including the chance to manage your own portfolio of funds. If you are proactive, have a strong eye for detail, and thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you.

Your goal

Marktlink Capital is a Private Equity & Venture Capital (PE & VC) Fund Manager based in the Netherlands, with headquarters in Amsterdam. We offer entrepreneurs and private investors access to the best PE & VC funds. Marktlink Capital currently has a team of over 55 professionals and manages over EUR 2.8 billion in capital commitments. This capital comes from over 2.200 investors who have collectively invested in over 130 PE & VC funds.

Your responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements;
• Reviewing accounting activities, including accruals, interest calculations, sales bookings, movements in investment properties, lease incentives, intangible assets, and service charge reconciliations in accordance with Dutch GAAP and IFRS;
• Coordinating and overseeing capital calls and distributions;
• Actively managing carry by ensuring efficient capital calls and effective use of available facilities;
• Preparing and reviewing cash flow statements and advising on liquidity planning and capital allocation;
• Informing the investment team and advising senior fund accountants on liquidity management;
• Designing, implementing, and enforcing fund control frameworks, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations;
• Approving payments and overseeing cash movements;
• Leading and managing overall fund accounting operations, including supervising external fund administrators and ensuring data accuracy and consistency;
• Preparing client-specific periodic (fund) reports and performance analyses;
• Coordinating CIT and VAT filings;
• Preparing audit files, managing relationships with auditors and depositaries, and representing the firm during fund audits;
• Informing the CFO, Management Team, and Managing Partners on fund performance, cash planning, risks, and strategic improvement opportunities;
• Following up on and coordinating complex client-specific accounting and fund-related requests;
• Developing, implementing, and maintaining assigned internal policies;
• Managing internal and external stakeholder relationships related to fund operations.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, or a related field;
• Strong knowledge of Dutch GAAP; IFRS knowledge is a plus;
• ACCA certification is considered an advantage;
• 7–10 years of relevant experience in fund accounting or financial services, preferably within fund management or private equity;
• Deep understanding of fund administration, including NAV calculation processes, regulatory requirements, and fund structures;
• Proven experience leading fund accounting operations and supervising external service providers;
• Strong proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel skills;
• Highly detail-oriented with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities;
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a proactive and hands-on mindset;
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders and collaborate across teams;
• Fluent in Dutch and English.

Why us?

• Competitive salary and annual bonus;
• Unlimited holidays – a unique combination of freedom and responsibility;
• Opportunity to participate in our funds under favorable conditions;
• HP laptop and an iPhone;
• Lots of responsibility from day one, with flexible working hours and great colleagues;
• Focus on personal development and learning programs;
• Lunch at the office for a small fee;
• Annual paid ski trip and Marktlink Gala.

A positive result of the pre-employment screening is a necessary condition for offering an employment contract.