Fund Accounting Associate

Trevose Partners Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a detail-oriented Fund Accountant to manage accounting and compliance functions for investment funds. The role involves fund accounting, capital management, compliance, and operational enhancement. Ideal candidates will have 3-4 years of experience and a relevant degree, with CPA or similar qualifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3-4 years of relevant experience in Fund Accounting or Audit.
• CPA, CA, or ACCA qualification (or in progress) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting activities for funds, SPVs, and management entities.
• Prepare quarterly and annual investor reports and internal fund-level reporting.
• Oversee investor onboarding processes and manage KYC/AML due diligence.

Skills

Multitasking

Prioritization

English

Chinese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Job description

Fund Accountant Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Fund Accountant to manage and oversee various accounting and compliance functions related to our investment funds, SPVs, and management entities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fund Accounting and Reporting

• Manage daily accounting activities for funds, SPVs, and management entities.
• Review and reconcile quarterly and annual NAVs, allocations, and capital account statements prepared by external administrators.
• Prepare quarterly and annual investor reports, along with internal fund-level reporting, cash flow projections, and performance metrics for senior leadership and investment teams.

Capital Management

• Track and analyze capital calls, distributions, and investor commitments.
• Coordinate investor notices ensuring alignment with fund documentation and legal terms.
• Support structuring and modeling of fund flows related to acquisitions, exits, and complex transactions.

Compliance & Investor Onboarding

• Oversee investor onboarding processes in collaboration with legal and external administrators.
• Manage KYC/AML due diligence, escalating red flags as needed.
• Maintain compliance registers and documentation to meet regulatory and internal standards.
• Coordinate with fund administrators to ensure ongoing KYC maintenance and FATCA/CRS compliance.
• Monitor adherence to fund terms, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

Audit and Tax

• Collaborate with auditors and tax advisors during annual audits and tax filings.
• Prepare supporting schedules and workpapers, ensuring accuracy.
• Assist in issuing investor tax statements such as Schedule K-1s and FATCA/CRS forms.
• Maintain internal calendars for filing deadlines across jurisdictions.

Treasury and Operations

• Monitor fund cash balances and support liquidity forecasting.
• Reconcile payments, intercompany transfers, and FX transactions.
• Maintain fund bank accounts and support banking relationships.

Operational and Process Enhancement

• Assist in improving workflows for reporting, compliance, and tax processes.
• Implement new tools and dashboards for finance and compliance.
• Contribute to new fund launches and structuring activities from a tax and operational perspective.

Experience and Qualifications

• Approximately 3-4 years of relevant experience, preferably in Fund Accounting or Audit.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from a reputable university.
• CPA, CA, or ACCA qualification (or in progress) is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English; Chinese language skills are a plus.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, transaction-heavy environment.

Please contact Leon Bosco regarding this opportunity.

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