Fund Accounting Specialist – Alternative Funds

ACCA Careers; Cederberg Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading alternative fund administrator is seeking a Fund Accountant to assist in tax and audit processes and client delivery in Cederberg Local Municipality, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, and at least 3 years’ experience in Fund accounting for Alternative Funds, knowledge of IFRS, and excellent client service skills. This role offers professional development opportunities and a chance to work within a flat hierarchy with direct management contact.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Extensive training opportunities

Exciting opportunity in an international company

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in Fund accounting for Alternative Funds or completed SAICA/SAIPA articles.
• Good knowledge of IFRS and ideally other GAAPs.
• Familiarity with tax-efficient European fund structures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the manager with tax and audit processes.
• Ownership of client product delivery, managing timelines.
• Provide exceptional client service experience.

Skills

Fund accounting experience for Alternative Funds

Knowledge of IFRS

Client service experience

Self-motivated

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Investran

Yardi

Job description

A leading alternative fund administrator is seeking a Fund Accountant to assist in tax and audit processes and client delivery in Cederberg Local Municipality, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, and at least 3 years’ experience in Fund accounting for Alternative Funds, knowledge of IFRS, and excellent client service skills. This role offers professional development opportunities and a chance to work within a flat hierarchy with direct management contact.