Fund Accountant

Opus Fund Services; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Opus Fund Services is seeking detail-oriented Fund Accountants to support financial reporting and investment operations. This role involves preparation of financial packages and collaboration with various teams in a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and an interest in financial products, with initial training provided on-site before transitioning to a hybrid model.

Benefits

In-office training during first few months

Flexibility to transition to hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting or finance concentration preferred.
• Experience in an accounting role is an asset.
• Attention to detail and organized work approach are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare period-end financial packages, including investor statements.
• Reconcile cash and accurately record investment transactions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external audit teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Effective communication

Willingness to learn

Education

College or university degree in relevant business field

Job description

Why Opus?

At Opus, integrity isn't just a principle. It's how we do business. As an independently owned company operating in seven countries, we’ve built our success by staying true to our values: questioning everything, embracing change, building not buying, winning together, and doing the right thing. Our employees see the difference - we’re a certified Great Place to Work in Canada, the USA, Ireland, and the Philippines. If you share our beliefs and want to be part of a team that values innovation, accountability, and doing the job right, we’d love to connect.

About the Role

Are you a detail-oriented, analytical professional with a passion for financial reporting and investment fund operations? Our Fund Accounting team is seeking enthusiastic Fund Accountants to join their team. We welcome candidates with a strong foundational knowledge of the principles of accounting and an interest in financial products. You will support the preparation of the Net Asset Value packages for our Hedge Fund clients and their investors. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment where precision, integrity, and innovation are valued.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare comprehensive period-end financial packages, including investor statements.
• Reconcile cash and record investment transactions accurately in our accounting software.
• Calculate and record accruals and fees.
• Maintain detailed and organized supporting schedules and documentation.
• Allocate investor income to investors accurately.
• Play an active role in testing new software functionalities.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, external audit, and tax accounting teams.
• Suggest how we can do things better.

What you need:

• A college or university degree in a relevant business field, with accounting or finance concentration preferred.
• One or more co-op work terms, or any type of work experience, in an accounting role is an asset.
• A meticulous attention to detail.
• An organized approach to your work.
• A deadline-driven mindset.
• Effective communication skills.
• A willingness to learn.

We want to give our colleagues the best start possible. That’s why we provide regular in-office training during your first few months, giving you the tools and knowledge to thrive. Once you’re up to speed and confident in your role, you’ll have the flexibility to transition to our hybrid work model which is currently three days per week in office.