Fund Accountant Trainee: Valuations, Records & Audits

Apex Group Ltd (UK Branch); Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Competitive pay

Training & development

Job summary

Apex Group Ltd (UK Branch) seeks a Trainee Fund Accountant in Cape Town to support portfolio valuations and fund accounting across multiple portfolios. You will maintain accounting records, liaise with managers and custodians, and help ensure timely financial statements.

Ideal candidates have a commerce degree, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented, collaborative mindset. Growth and development opportunities are offered within a global firm.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a finance-focused education or equivalent.
• Solid numerical and data entry skills are required.
• Ability to maintain accuracy under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with accounting processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly portfolio valuations.
• Maintain underlying accounting records for funds.
• Liaise with fund managers, brokers, and custodians to resolve issues.
• Reconcile brokerage and custodian accounts to records.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver high-quality service.
• Assist external auditors and support audit queries.
• Support senior team members with audits and reviews.
• Identify errors or inconsistencies during periodic reviews.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Customer service

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree or diploma in Commerce

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Apex Group Ltd (UK Branch) seeks a Trainee Fund Accountant in Cape Town to support portfolio valuations and fund accounting across multiple portfolios. You will maintain accounting records, liaise with managers and custodians, and help ensure timely financial statements.

Ideal candidates have a commerce degree, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented, collaborative mindset. Growth and development opportunities are offered within a global firm.