Assistant Manager, Fund Accounting & NAV Oversight

theapexgroup; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Apex Group in Cape Town is seeking an Assistant Manager in the Alternative Asset Services Division to oversee client portfolio administration and accounting, mentor junior team members, and ensure high-quality service. You will work closely with the lead relationship manager and Director to deliver accurate NAVs and reporting.

Key requirements include CA(S) or equivalent, 1 year post-articles, 3 years in the fund industry, strong communication, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Qualified CA(S) or equivalent with professional accreditation.
• Minimum 1 year post articles experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in the fund industry.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Understanding of AML and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for managing a client portfolio including all aspects of administration & overseeing the accounting aspects.
• Supervise and mentor a number of junior staff members, some of whom would typically be studying towards professional qualifications.
• Work with the Manager and Director to ensure the planning, coordination and completion of NAVs.
• Management Reporting and Statutory Reporting of corporate entities to ensure compliance with accounting and regulatory obligations.
• Preparation and implementation of entity customer specific procedures in relation to administration and reporting requirements.
• Act as point of contact with auditors for planning and coordinating audits and assisting with audits for clients.
• Ensure reporting complies with entity and statutory requirements including local law, GAAP or IFRS.
• Ensure that client responsibilities are managed effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Prioritisation

Fund accounting experience

Private Debt knowledge

Capital Markets knowledge

Education

CA(S) or equivalent

Job description

The Apex Group in Cape Town is seeking an Assistant Manager in the Alternative Asset Services Division to oversee client portfolio administration and accounting, mentor junior team members, and ensure high-quality service. You will work closely with the lead relationship manager and Director to deliver accurate NAVs and reporting.

Key requirements include CA(S) or equivalent, 1 year post-articles, 3 years in the fund industry, strong communication, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to