Fund Accountant: Portfolio Valuations & Global Impact

theapexgroup; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

The Apex Group in Cape Town is seeking a Fund Accountant to prepare accurate portfolio valuations and manage accounting for multiple funds. The role involves maintaining records, coordinating with managers, brokers, and custodians to resolve issues, and supporting audit processes.

The ideal candidate holds a Commerce degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented, client-focused mindset. An understanding of hedge funds is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Commerce, including Financial Accounting II or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of hedge funds is advantageous.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily, weekly and/or monthly portfolio valuations.
• Maintain the underlying accounting records for assigned funds.
• Liaise with fund managers, brokers, and custodians to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Reconcile brokerage and custodian accounts to underlying records.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while delivering high-quality service.
• Assist external auditors and support the audit process.
• Support senior team members with audit queries.
• Conduct periodic reviews and identify errors or inconsistencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Time management

Analytical skills

Education

Commerce degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Apex Group in Cape Town is seeking a Fund Accountant to prepare accurate portfolio valuations and manage accounting for multiple funds. The role involves maintaining records, coordinating with managers, brokers, and custodians to resolve issues, and supporting audit processes.

The ideal candidate holds a Commerce degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented, client-focused mindset. An understanding of hedge funds is advantageous.