Senior Finance Associate (Fund)

Liberte HR Services; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment management firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Finance Associate (Fund) to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in Fund Accounting, ideally within Private Equity, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Responsibilities include reviewing fund performance, coordinating audits, and supporting investment deal structuring. This role calls for strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and teamwork in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in Fund Accounting, ideally within Private Equity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Hands-on, proactive, and resourceful, with a high level of integrity.

Responsibilities

• Review external Fund Administrators work, including quarterly LP reports.
• Validate NAVs, LP allocations, carried interest, and IRR calculations.
• Support the Investment Team on deal structuring.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Fund Accounting Software (e.g., Investron)

Job description

Our client is a global investment management firm headquartered in Singapore, with investment teams and operations across Europe and the United States. With more than S$4 billion in funds under management, the firm partners with family-owned and entrepreneur-led businesses across Southeast Asia, Europe, and the U.S., supporting their ambitions for regional and international growth.

The Role

As a key member of the Finance Team, the Senior Finance Associate (Fund) will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence across multiple funds and investment vehicles. This role involves close collaboration with Investment, Risk, Legal, and HR teams and reports to the Assistant Finance Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Review external Fund Administrators work, including quarterly LP reports and full sets of accounts for the Funds and SPVs.
• Validate NAVs, LP allocations, carried interest, and IRR calculations for accuracy.
• Review and coordinate capital calls, distribution notices, and investor communications.
• Monitor fund and investment performance, responding to investor queries as needed.
• Support the Investment Team on deal structuring, funding, and final closings.
• Partner with the Risk Team on valuation processes and the Legal Team on KYC and regulatory matters.
• Collaborate with HR on employee co-investment and carried interest schemes.
• Coordinate fund audits with administrators and external auditors.
• Oversee treasury functions, including payments, banking relationships, fund facilities, FX contracts, and cash flow forecasting.
• Manage tax compliance with local and international requirements (GST, Corporate Income Tax, FATCA/CRS, MAS filings).
• Contribute to internal financial reporting and continuous process improvements.
• Drive operational efficiency initiatives, including workflow digitalisation.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5 -7 years of experience in Fund Accounting, ideally within Private Equity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Hands‑on, proactive, and resourceful, with a high level of integrity.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related applications.
• Familiarity with Fund Accounting Software (e.g., Investron) preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a strong sense of teamwork.