Senior Associate, Fund Accountant (Real Estate)

MUFG Investor Services; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm located in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Associate, Fund Accountant specialized in real estate to provide comprehensive fund administration services. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience, a strong understanding of accounting principles, and excellent skills in Microsoft Excel. This role involves significant client interaction, providing high-quality service and ensuring operational efficiency. A vibrant culture and hybrid working arrangements make this opportunity truly appealing.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Learning & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in real estate fund administration.
• Strong knowledge in IFRS, US GAAP, and Singapore GAAP.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide full range of fund administration services to real estate clients.
• Prepare Net Asset Value calculations and reports.
• Co-ordinate investor servicing activities.

Skills

Accounting principles

Client relationship management

Microsoft Excel

Process improvement

Education

University degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Yardi accounting software

Job description

Senior Associate, Fund Accountant (Real Estate)

Experience something Brilliantly Different with a career with MUFG Investor Services.

Who are we? In a nutshell, MUFG Investor Services is part of the Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group family, and we partner with over 480 loyal global investment firms to provide them with administration, assert services, banking, and fund financing.

We’re in 14 global locations and provide an exceptional hub of Brilliantly Different talent to thrive.

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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

Qualifications

• Hold a university degree in Finance/ Accounting, qualified accountant or other relevant qualification preferred.
• Have a minimum of 5 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

What’s in it for you to join MUFG Investor Services?

Take a look at our careers site and you’ll find everything you’d expect from a career with the fastest-growing business at one of the world’s largest financial groups. Now take another look. Because it’s how we defy expectations that really defines us. You’ll feel that difference in all kinds of ways. Our vibrant CULTURE. Connected team. Love of innovation, laser client focus, and next-level LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT. Oh, and we really walk the talk when it comes to HYBRID WORKING.

So, why settle for the ordinary? Apply now for a Brilliantly Different career.

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