Senior Financial Reporting Audit Accountant - Hedge Funds

Acca Careers; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global fund administration provider seeks a Senior Financial Reporting Audit Accountant to prepare annual financial statements and manage audit processes. The ideal candidate will have a B Accounting degree, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and a strong understanding of IFRS and GAAP standards. This full-time role offers competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on skills and experience

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum B Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years of audit or fund accounting experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and MS Word.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements for all funds.
• Act as the main point of contact for auditors.
• Manage the audit process from start to finish.

Skills

Audit experience

Financial statement preparation

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Knowledge of IFRS

Knowledge of Luxembourg GAAP

Knowledge of US GAAP

Education

B Accounting or equivalent qualification

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Senior Financial Reporting Audit Accountant - Hedge Funds

Join us at ACCA Careers for the role of Senior Financial Reporting Audit Accountant - Hedge Funds. The Apex Group, established in Bermuda and now a leading global fund administration and middle office solutions provider, is seeking a qualified professional to join our team.

Our business uniquely combines global reach with local service and cross-jurisdictional expertise. With over circa 13,000 employees worldwide, we are committed to supporting your career growth and development.

Role Overview

The primary responsibility is to prepare annual financial statements (AFS) for all funds, review these statements, and manage the audit process from start to finish. The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of IFRS, Luxembourg GAAP, and US GAAP.

Key Responsibilities

1. Act as the main point of contact for auditors.
2. Prepare and distribute audit timetables, review audit schedules, and liaise with auditors.
3. Prepare trial balances from reports such as InvestOne and Advent Geneva.
4. Prepare interim and annual financial statements.
5. Compile audit packs and other documentation for auditors.
6. Manage the audit log and queries, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
7. Follow up on outstanding issues and provide feedback to relevant parties.
8. Update AFS with auditor comments and distribute promptly.
9. Stay updated on IFRS changes and their impact on financial reporting.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum B Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years of audit or fund accounting experience, including financial statement preparation.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and MS Word.
• Strong system skills and experience with financial systems.
• Deep understanding of IFRS, Luxembourg GAAP, and US GAAP.
• Knowledge of fund structures, hedge funds, and unit trusts.
• Experience in client communication and financial statement preparation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident, enthusiastic, self-motivated, with a proven track record of achievement.

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to be part of a growing global business.
• Competitive salary based on skills and experience.
• Training and development opportunities.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industry: Accounting