Senior Fund Accountant

Inuka Partners; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Inuka Partners, in collaboration with a leading international private equity firm, is recruiting a Senior Financial Reporting Accountant/Fund Accountant in Cape Town. The role covers financial reporting, fund accounting, tax, and regulatory compliance for an expanding portfolio of international investment structures.

The successful candidate will lead reporting across group and fund entities, manage NAV calculations, oversee tax and audit processes, and support investment teams on structuring

Qualifications

• Qualified CA (SA)/FCCA/CPA/ICAEW with post-qualification experience.
• 7–10+ years in private equity, asset management, fund accounting or financial services.
• At least 3 years post-qualification in senior finance, financial reporting or fund accounting.
• Strong knowledge of Mauritian regulatory environment (FSC, Bank of Mauritius, MRA).

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and control activities across group and fund entities.
• Oversee fund accounting: capital calls, distributions, NAV calculations.
• Manage tax and regulatory compliance across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
• Oversee cash flow, liquidity and treasury across complex investment structures.
• Coordinate with outsourced fund administrators, auditors, tax advisors and legal advisors.
• Prepare and review annual IFRS financial statements and quarterly investor reporting.
• Support investment teams with structuring, valuations, tax and treasury matters.

Skills

CA (SA)

FCCA

CPA

ICAEW

Fund accounting

Financial reporting

IFRS

Private equity experience

Education

Finance/Accounting degree

Job description

Inuka has partnered with a leading international private equity and investment management firm to recruit a Senior Financial Reporting Accountant/Fund Accountant based in Cape Town, South Africa.

This is a senior finance role supporting financial reporting, fund accounting, fund administration, financial controls, tax, and regulatory compliance across a growing portfolio of international investment structures and regional operations, with a particular focus on entities and fund structures operating within the Mauritian financial services environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and financial control activities across group and fund entities.
• Oversee fund accounting activities, including capital calls, distributions, performance reporting, and NAV calculations.
• Manage tax and regulatory compliance across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
• Oversee cash flow, liquidity, and treasury activities across complex investment structures.
• Work closely with outsourced fund administrators, accountants, auditors, tax advisors, and legal advisors.
• Oversee financial reporting and controls across regional offices and portfolio entities.
• Support investment teams with transaction structuring, valuations, tax, legal and treasury matters.
• Provide financial information and reporting support at portfolio company level.
• Prepare and review annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Prepare and review quarterly management accounts and investor reporting deliverables.
• Manage audit processes, including preparation of audit information and coordination with auditors.
• Contribute to improving financial processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Provide guidance and support to junior finance team members and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (SA), FCCA, CPA or ICAEW.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 7-10+ years of relevant experience within private equity, asset management, fund accounting, or financial services.
• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in a senior finance, financial reporting, or fund accounting capacity.
• Strong understanding of the Mauritian financial regulatory environment, including the requirements of the Financial Services Commission (FSC), Bank of Mauritius, and Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA).
• Strong experience in financial control, fund accounting, and financial reporting within an investment environment.
• Strong understanding of fund structures, including capital calls, distributions, NAV calculations, and investor reporting.
• Strong financial analysis, cash flow forecasting, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with investors, auditors, administrators, and professional advisors.
• Fund administration experience is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel to regional offices when required.