Assistant Manager - Accounting Services

Acca Careers; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Group is seeking an Assistant Manager in their Alternative Asset Services Division. This role involves managing a client portfolio, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with accounting obligations. The ideal candidate will have a professional qualification, relevant experience in the fund industry, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in the fund industry.
• Minimum one year post-articles experience.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements, including AML laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client portfolio including all aspects of administration and accounting.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff members.
• Prepare Management Reporting and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

CA(S) or equivalent

Professional qualifications

Job description

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers. Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally, and provide cross-jurisdictional services.

With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across offices worldwide.

Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion. That's why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply 'empower' you.

We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience. Take the lead, and we'll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game.

And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities. For our business, for clients, and for you.

Role Summary

We are seeking an Assistant Manager, reporting to a Manager within the Alternative Asset Services Division of Apex, to have responsibility for the administration and overseeing the accounting of a client portfolio.

This includes the development and mentoring of junior team members and providing the highest quality of customer service.

You will work closely with the lead relationship manager and Director to provide quality and efficient services to all customers within the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage a client portfolio including all aspects of administration and overseeing the accounting aspects.
2. Supervise and mentor junior staff members, some of whom would typically be studying towards professional qualifications.
3. Work with the Manager and Director to ensure the planning, coordination, and completion of NAVs.
4. Prepare Management Reporting and Statutory Reporting of corporate entities to ensure compliance with accounting and regulatory obligations.
5. Prepare and implement entity customer-specific procedures in relation to administration and reporting requirements.
6. Act as point of contact with auditors regarding planning and coordination of audits and assist with running audits for clients.
7. Ensure reporting complies with entity and statutory requirements, including local law, relevant GAAP or IFRS, and other reporting principles.
8. Manage client responsibilities effectively.

Skills / Experience

• Professional qualification - CA(S) or equivalent.
• Minimum one year post-articles experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in the fund industry.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements, including Anti-Money Laundering laws.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritise work and meet strict deadlines.
• Motivated and driven.
• Fund-related accounting experience will be an advantage.
• Knowledge in Private Debt, Capital Markets, Real Assets, or Private Equity will be a distinct advantage.