Associate, Private Equity Fund Accounting (Evening Shift)

MUFG Investor Services; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Associate for Private Equity Fund Accounting. This position involves providing comprehensive fund administration for real estate clients, including preparation of Net Asset Value calculations and financial reporting. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Finance/Accounting and has at least 3 years of relevant experience. Strong computer skills and knowledge of IFRS and GAAP standards are required. This role will require evening shift work from 2pm to 11pm.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting/audit/fund administration in the real estate sector.
• In-depth understanding of the fund industry is required.
• Knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and Singapore GAAP is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide fund administration services to real estate clients.
• Prepare and review financial statements and footnotes for audit purposes.
• Liaise with banks, auditors, and brokers for smooth service delivery.

Skills

Preparation of Net Asset Value calculation

Investor servicing activities

Knowledge of current accounting principles

Microsoft Office proficiency

Knowledge of Yardi accounting software

Education

University degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Associate, Private Equity Fund Accounting (Evening Shift)

MUFG Investor Services is a trusted partner to many of the world’s largest public and private funds, providing asset servicing and operational solutions built for alternatives. With over $1 trillion in client assets under administration, we offer fund administration, banking, payments, fund financing, foreign exchange overlay, corporate and regulatory services, custody, business consulting, and more. Operating from 17 locations worldwide, we help clients mitigate risk, enhance efficiency, and navigate the operational complexities of today’s investment management landscape. As a division of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s largest financial institutions with approximately $3 trillion in assets, we combine deep expertise with the strength and stability of a leading financial institution. To learn more, visit us at www.mufg-investorservices.com.

Job Description

This growth oriented position will have the primary responsibility of providing the full range of fund administration services to our real estate client. This individual will be responsible for understanding and applying current accounting principles to the accounting and financial reporting of funds and for reviewing transaction and valuation information. A partial list of responsibilities and skills includes:

• Preparation of Net Asset Value calculation and reportings.
• Coordinate investor servicing activities. Including investor on-boarding, capital calls, distributions, and other investor reportings.
• Maintain a working understanding of fund documentation(s) and apply the terms to the financial reporting and the income and expense allocations
• Maintain a working knowledge of current accounting principles and developing solutions for issues
• Preparation and review of financial statements and footnotes for audit purpose
• Liase with banks, auditors, brokers and custodians to ensure smooth service delivery to clients and timely completion of deliverables
• Involved in new funds on-boarding process
• Primary contact to client on daily operational, issue discussion and any other request
• Resolve issues/queries raised clients in a timely manner and maintain a high level of client satisfaction
• Identify and highlight opportunities for internal process improvement and increase in operational efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned and incidental to the work described above
• Able to perform shift work - 2pm to 11pm

Qualifications

• Hold a university degree in Finance/ Accounting, qualified accountant or other relevant qualification preferred.
• Have a minimum of 3 years progressive accounting/ audit/ fund administration experience in real estate fund or industry.
• In-depth understanding of fund industry.
• Strong computer skills with strength in Microsoft Office products and willing to embrace new technologies for efficient solution. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is particularly asset.
• Strong knowledge in IFRS, US GAAP and Singapore GAAP
• Knowledge of Yardi accounting software would be an advantage.

Additional Information

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