Account Manager - Private Equity

Apex; Manama; On-site; BHD 16,920 - 24,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High visibility within the organization

Opportunity to innovate

Exposure to cross-jurisdiction operations

Job summary

Apex is seeking a proactive individual to manage Fund Administration services for Real Asset funds in Manama, Bahrain. You will coordinate and manage all administration functions related to specific clients, including client reporting and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate should have 5-8 years in a similar role, a professional degree in accounting or finance, and excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team that drives innovation and has a tangible impact on business performance.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in a similar role incorporating the above functions.
• Professional degree in accounting or finance.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements of Real Estate funds.

Responsibilities

• Manage production of client quarterly and annual reporting.
• Perform reviews of client quarterly and annual reporting.
• Ensure reporting deliverables are produced to a high standard.
• Oversee clients audit process.
• Review FATCA CRS returns and oversee filing process.

Skills

5-8 years of relevant experience

Knowledge of Real Estate fund structures

Understanding of regulatory requirements

Knowledge of e‑Front

Strong MS Office skills

Excellent interpersonal and written communication

Proactive team player

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to multi‑task

Education

Professional degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Yardi Voyager

Job description

The successful applicant will be part of the Apex Fund Administration service offering performing and providing Fund Administration services to Real Asset funds. Applicant will be expected to be proactive and independent in execution of client service delivery. The principal responsibility for the position is the coordination and management of all administration functions relating to a specific group of clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage production of client quarterly and annual reporting and related accounting activities.
• Perform reviews of client quarterly and annual reporting and related accounting activities.
• Ensure reporting deliverables are produced and reviewed to a high standard and delivered in a timely manner.
• Ensure reporting deliverables are produced in line with the appropriate accounting standards, fund documentation, local regulations, policies and procedures.
• Review of annual financial statements.
• Oversee clients audit process.
• Calculation and processing of fund capital calls and distributions.
• Build excellent working relationships with clients.
• Ensure all work undertaken complies with the client’s documentation, relevant regulatory requirements and anti-money laundering regulations.
• Review and recommend changes to client deliverable processes.
• Review, recommend and implement agreed changes to accounting procedures.
• Keep up to date with changes to accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Follow Company procedure at all times.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Provide cover to team members if required.
• Manage the set‑up process of the accounting functions for new funds.
• Perform investor AML‑related risk assessments and due diligence checks.
• Perform periodic review of investor AML LYC files.
• Review FATCA CRS returns and oversee filing process.
• Address client and investor queries.
• Ensure regulatory and tax filings are completed on time.
• Act in accordance with the Apex Code of Conduct.
• Deliver the Apex Client Charter.

Skills Required

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in a similar role incorporating the above functions.
• Knowledge of Real Estate fund structures and the fund administration industry.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements of Real Estate funds.
• Knowledge of e‑Front. Yardi Voyager preferred.
• Professional degree in accounting or finance.
• Quick to grasp and implement knowledge.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Excellent interpersonal and written communications skills.
• Proactive team player with a positive attitude towards problem resolution and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to multi‑task and manage projects.

What you will get in return

• A high level of visibility within a large organisation on an upwards trajectory.
• The ability to define processes to drive innovation and have a tangible impact on the business.
• Be part of a dynamic and fast‑paced team that makes a genuine impact on revenue and sales pipeline.
• Exposure to all aspects of the business cross‑jurisdiction and to working with senior management directly.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse agile and global team.
• The opportunity to innovate, bring discipline and really make a difference.