Fund Accounting Manager

Cherry Ventures is supporting our portfolio with this hire

is building the backbone of private markets, combining exceptional expertise, operational excellence, and frictionless technology. The platform enables funds and private investors to set up and manage their investment entities seamlessly and securely.

You will be at the forefront of bunch’s mission to become a powerful player in the private market, helping to automate and refine our Investor Reporting services. As the company's growth continues, you will have the chance to significantly impact how we shape investor relations while building a team and taking on more operational responsibilities in the future.

How the role contributes to the company's vision

• Directly manage and improve our Investor Reporting capabilities as we expand our fund services, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and compliant reporting.
• Spearhead the automation of the Investor Reporting process, significantly reducing the need for manual labour by incorporating diverse fund structures and governance into our systems.
• By delivering automated, top-notch investor reporting, help bunch become the leader in the private market sector.
• Ensure that all investor reporting meets the highest standards, enhancing the perception of bunch among fund managers and Limited Partners (LPs) as a reliable and innovative leader.

Top responsibilities

• Take charge of the Investor Reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with diverse fund standards and regulations.
• Drive the automation of the Investor Reporting process, reducing manual labour by integrating new funds and their unique governance structures into our automated framework.
• Educate and guide the team on key problems to solve within the Investor Reporting framework.
• Collaborate closely with the technology teams to enhance and refine the automation tools and processes used in Investor Reporting.
• Maintain rigorous quality control over all reports generated, ensuring they meet the high standards expected by fund managers and LPs.
• Manage communications with fund managers and LPs, providing prompt and effective responses and updates.
• Oversee and coordinate with other team members and departments to ensure a cohesive approach to Investor Reporting.

What you should bring with you

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field coupled with 3+ years of experience in fund accounting or a related financial reporting role, preferably within the private equity or venture capital sectors or at a reputable consultancy firm.
• Proven accounting experience, ideally with some consulting or tax expertise.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with a proven ability to handle complex datasets and reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of managing relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders effectively.
• Know-how in working with legal documents, such as Partnership Agreements, as well as accounting data.
• Proficiency in using financial software and tools, with a keen interest in leveraging technology to improve financial processes.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Fluent in English (C1) is a must and proficiency in German (B2) is a plus.

Why you should join bunch

• This role offers the opportunity to work closely with top CFOs of large funds, gain insight into the private market industry, and collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders, including senior management.
• Grow and thrive in a fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on learning and personal development, where you can take on significant responsibility early.
• A friendly, human-centred company culture that is focused on empowering others and valuing unique perspectives.
• Flexible hours, hybrid office setup, and 30 days of vacation per year plus public holidays.
• A lovely office in the heart of vibrant Berlin-Mitte.
• A competitive compensation package including equity.
• A great tech and work setup with everything you need.

What your interview journey will look like

• First interview with Joana Gameiro from the People team to get acquainted with bunch and to understand if what we’re offering is what you’re searching for.
• Deep-dive interview with Levent Altunel, our Co-Founder - discover the role in more detail and discuss how your journey has prepared you for it, your learnings along the way, your goals and your overall personal purpose.
• Team fit interview with Aylin Üzsal, our Head of Operations, to demonstrate your way of thinking, working and communicating your output.
• Final meeting with our Founders to discuss further learn about our vision and discuss any open questions.
• Reference Calls to get a feel for your relationship-building ability

About bunch

bunch is an investment tech startup founded in Berlin in 2021. With a proven track record, bunch has garnered trust from leading fund managers and institutional LPs, who have collectively committed over €2 billion through the platform.

The private markets are experiencing unprecedented growth, with alternative assets expected to reach nearly $40 trillion by the end of the decade, yet still reliant on outdated tools and methods.

We recently closed our $15.5 million Series A to accelerate bunch’s mission to bring a trillion-dollar industry into the 21st century, driving a much-needed digital transformation.

At bunch, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees because we value and celebrate diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we do not tolerate discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees.

Cherry Ventures is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.