Fund Accountant -Central administration

ACCA Careers; Brakpan; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative firm as a Fund Accountant, where your skills will be supercharged to deliver exceptional portfolio valuations and financial statements. In this role, you will maintain accounting records for diverse funds, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all valuations. You'll collaborate with fund managers and custodians, building strong client relationships while providing top-notch service. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a global team that values your contributions and empowers you to turn bold ideas into reality. If you're ready to make an impact in the fund accounting space, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience in fund accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly portfolio valuations.
• Maintain accounting records for assigned funds.
• Liaise with fund managers and brokers to resolve issues.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Hedge Fund Industry Knowledge

MS Excel Proficiency

Education

Commerce Degree

Honors Degree

Business Science Degree

Job description

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 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 112 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.

Description

We are seeking a Fund Accountant, reporting to a Manager within the Fund Accounting Division of Apex to prepare accurate portfolio valuations and financial statements. The Fund Accountant role involves preparations of accurate portfolio valuations on a timely basis. You will typically be responsible for the accounting of a number of portfolios and maintain the underlying accounting records for assigned funds (including domestic, offshore, hedge funds, partnerships, etc.). Seasoned incumbent responsible for approximately 3 to 6 valuations.

Job Specification

1. Prepare daily, weekly and/or monthly portfolio valuations.
2. Maintain the underlying accounting records for assigned funds.
3. Liaise with fund managers, brokers and custodians to communicate information and resolve issues on a timely basis.
4. Reconcile brokerage and custodian accounts to underlying records.
5. Establish excellent client relationships and provide a quality service at all times.
6. Assist the external auditors to ensure the audit function is executed on a timely and efficient basis.
7. Assist Senior Fund Accountants and Supervisors with audit queries.
8. Periodically assist with reviews and the identification of errors and inconsistencies.
9. Confident, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.

Skills Required

1. Commerce, Honors or Bus Sci Degree with Financial Accounting.
2. Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
3. Structured and detail oriented.
4. Excellent customer service and communication skills.
5. Ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines.
6. Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. At least 2 years' related experience.
8. Proficient in MS Excel.
9. Hedge fund industry knowledge would be a distinct advantage.