Supervisor - Real Asset Accounting

NACBA; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Citco is seeking an experienced Fund Accountant for its Real Estate team in Mumbai. You will maintain books, review financial statements, and manage carried interest calculations while coordinating payments and client deliverables.

You will supervise junior staff and act as the main liaison with on-site stakeholders. The ideal candidate has 6–8 years in financial services accounting, IFRS/US GAAP knowledge, SPV accounting experience, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting, finance or business related area, and/or pursuing a professional accounting qualification (CA/CPA).
• 6–8 years of accounting experience in financial services, especially real estate, asset management or fund administration.
• Knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP is advantageous; SPV accounting is a must.
• Experience reviewing and preparing general ledger and financial statements; strong English communication.
• Proficiency with MS Office; experience with Yardi is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain books and records and prepare financial statements and reports.
• Review/calculate carried interest, performance and incentive fees.
• Coordinate and process payments and other transactions.
• Supervise junior staff and sign off on their work.
• Act as primary day-to-day contact with on-shore stakeholders and monitor staff progression.
• Assist with coordinating team to meet client deliverables and year-end audit timelines.
• Contribute to projects supporting business expansion and improvement.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CA/CPA qualification in progress or equivalent

Tools

Yardi accounting system

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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;
• Reviewing and/or preparing financial statements and associated reports, including performance metrics;
• Reviewing and/or calculating carried interest/performance/incentive fees;
• Coordinating and/or processing payments and other transactions;
• Supervising junior staff, reviewing and signing off on work performed;
• Acting as a primary day-to-day contact with on-shore stakeholders
• Monitor Senior/Fund Accountants' progression and identify areas for training and development;
• Assist Senior Vice President to coordinate team to meet recurring and ad-hoc client deliverables, including year-end process with respect to audit timelines, financial statement preparation, regulatory filings, tax services etc.;
• 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 Assistant Vice President;
• Any other functions required as part of the business of the Company, and reporting to the Assistant Vice President.

About You:

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business related area and/or studying for a professional accounting qualification (ie. CA, CPA equivalent)
• Minimum of 6- 8 years' experience in accounting for the financial services sector, particularly Real Estate, Asset Management or Fund Administration.
• Knowledge of IFRS and / or US GAAP is an added advantage
• Knowledge of SPV Accounting is must
• Experienced in reviewing and preparing general ledger and financial statements.
• Established knowledge in relation to accounting and consolidations under IFRS is an added advantage
• 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.
• Supervisory skills with experience in managing and/or leading staff for 2 years.
• Strong business acumen.
• Good client/ business relationship management
• Sound judgment, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.).
• User experience with Yardi accounting system(s) is preferable

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.