Senior Fund Accountant - Real Asset Accounting

The Citco Group Limited; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Citco Group Limited in Mumbai, India seeks a Fund Accounting - Real Estate professional to maintain books, prepare statements, and manage full cycle accounting for private equity clientele.

Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor in Accounting/Finance or ACCA equivalent, with 3–4 years of financial services accounting experience, IFRS/USGAAP knowledge, and strong Excel/accounting software skills, plus solid English communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or ACCA equivalent or studying for a professional accounting qualification.
• 3–4 years’ experience in accounting for the financial services sector (Private Equity / Asset Management / Fund Administration).
• Knowledge of IFRS and USGAAP.
• Experience in reviewing and preparing general ledger and financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain books and records and general ledger.
• Prepare financial statements and footnotes.
• Process full cycle accounting and transactions.
• Coordinate with on-shore stakeholders and projects.
• Identify issues affecting service delivery.

Skills

Accounting experience

IFRS knowledge

USGAAP knowledge

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting/Finance or ACCA equivalent

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

About Citco

Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 80 offices worldwide. With more than $1 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients’ needs.

For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com

About The Team & Business Line

Fund Administration is Citco’s core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry’s most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.

As a core member of our Fund Accounting - Real Estate team, you will be working with some of the industry’s most accomplished professionals to deliver award-winning services for complex fund structures that our clients can depend upon.

Your Role

• Maintaining books and records; including
• Maintain and control the general ledger and various sub - ledgers
• Prepare financial statements, footnotes and partner capital statements
• Prepare trial balances and work paper product
• Process standard and complex bookkeeping entries
• Involved within a full scope of transaction activities including full cycle accounting
• Prepare financial data analysis
• Participate in the implementation of fund structures into the accounting system
• Calculating carried interest/performance/incentive fees;
• Processing payments and other transactions;
• Acting as a day-to-day contact with on-shore stakeholders;
• Participating in projects that may be defined from time to time in connection with the continuing expansion and evolution of the business;
• Identifying and escalating any material issues effecting service delivery to the Supervisor;
• Any other functions required as part of the business of the Company, and reporting to the Supervisor

About You

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or ACCA equivalent or studying for a professional accounting qualification (i.e. CA, CPA or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 – 4 years’ experience in accounting for the financial services sector, particularly Private Equity, Asset Management or Fund Administration.
• Knowledge of IFRS and / or USGAAP
• Experienced in reviewing and preparing general ledger and financial statements.
• Established knowledge in relation to accounting and consolidations under IFRS.
• Strong operations experience with focus on processes and controls
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in English (both verbal and written).
• Motivated, bright and diligent individual who is driven to meet deadlines.
• A team player who is able to manage individual responsibilities.
• Sound judgment, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.).
• User experience with enterprise accounting system(s).
• Experience in Limited Partnership accounting
• Private equity/real estate fund administration experience

Our Benefits

Your wellbeing is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.