Senior Fund Accountant - USD 2 billion AUM

Selby Jennings; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings represents a growing buy-side investment management platform seeking a Finance Manager to strengthen the finance function and support growth in Hong Kong.

You will oversee daily fund accounting, NAV review, investor reporting, and financial statements prepared under HKFRS/IFRS, with responsibility for month/quarter/year-end closes and interaction with auditors and regulators. Fluent English and Mandarin required, with 8–12 years in fund accounting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (HKICPA, CPA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
• 8–12 years of relevant experience with strong fund accounting focus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily finance and accounting operations for investment funds and management companies.
• Review NAV calculations, fund accounting reports and investor reporting by fund administrators.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements under HKFRS/IFRS.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, fund administrators and regulators.
• Monitor fund expenses, management and performance fees and investment transactions.

Skills

Fund accounting

Financial reporting

NAV review

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

HKICPA/CPA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent

Tools

Fund accounting systems

Job description

Our client is a growing buy-side investment management platform focused on alternative investments. Due to business expansion, they are seeking a Finance Manager to strengthen their finance function and support the firm's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

Our client is a growing buy-side investment management platform focused on alternative investments. Due to business expansion, they are seeking a Finance Manager to strengthen their finance function and support the firm's continued growth.

• Oversee daily finance and accounting operations for investment funds and management companies.
• Review NAV calculations, fund accounting reports, and investor reporting prepared by fund administrators.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with HKFRS/IFRS.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, fund administrators, custodians, and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor fund expenses, management fees, performance fees, and investment transactions.
• Support regulatory and compliance-related financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare management reports and financial analysis for senior management.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic planning.
• Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with accounting policies.
• Participate in process enhancement initiatives and system implementation projects.
• Support fundraising activities, investor due diligence, and ad-hoc projects as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (HKICPA, CPA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
• 8-12 years of relevant experience with a strong focus on fund accounting and fund finance.
• Currently working as a Finance Manager, Assistant Finance Manager, Fund Accounting Manager, Assistant Vice President (Fund Accounting), or Senior Fund Accountant.
• Hands-on experience with fund accounting, NAV review, financial reporting, fund audits, and oversight of third-party fund administrators.
• Experience gained from asset managers, hedge funds, private equity firms, family offices, or leading fund administrators (e.g., Citco, SS&C, Apex, Alter Domus, IQ-EQ, Maples).
• Strong understanding of investment products, fund structures, investor reporting, capital activities, and alternative investments.
• Proficient in IFRS/HKFRS and financial reporting standards.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin.