Senior Fund Accountant - Hedge Funds

Apex Group Ltd (UK Branch); Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fund administration firm is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant in Cape Town. The role involves preparing portfolio valuations and maintaining accounting records for multiple funds. Candidates should possess a Commerce degree, at least 18 months of accounting experience, and proficiency in MS Excel. Strong interpersonal and analytical skills are essential in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least eighteen months accounting experience.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly and monthly portfolio valuations.
• Maintain the underlying accounting records for assigned funds.
• Liaise with fund managers, brokers and custodians.
• Reconcile brokerage and custodian accounts.
• Establish excellent client relationships.

Skills

Financial Accounting

MS Excel

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer service

Hedge fund industry knowledge

Education

Commerce degree or diploma

Financial Accounting 2

Tools

MS Excel

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

Summary

The Senior 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. Maintain the underlying accounting records for assigned funds (including domestic offshore, hedge funds, partnerships, etc.) assist with reviews, deputize as supervisor as and when needed and seasoned incumbent responsible for approximately 5-7 portfolios.

Job specification

• Prepare weekly and monthly portfolio valuations;
• Maintain the underlying accounting records for assigned funds;
• Liaise with fund managers, brokers and custodians to communicate information and resolve issues on a timely basis;
• Reconcile brokerage and custodian accounts to underlying records;
• Conform to standard operating procedures;
• Establishing excellent client relationships and provide a quality service at all times;
• Assist the external auditors to ensure the audit function is executed on a timely and efficient basis;
• Perform any additional responsibilities that may be required by the Supervisor in support of the on-going management and development of the function.
• Responsible for Fund Accounting;
• Pricing;
• Manual excel NAV file verification roll forward;
• Security position and price review;
• Cash and interest reconciliation;
• Reporting;

Skills Required

• Commerce degree or diploma with at least Financial Accounting 2;
• At least eighteen months accounting experience;
• Proficient in MS Excel;
• Hedge fund industry knowledge;
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;
• Structured and detail oriented;
• Excellent customer service and communication skills;
• Ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines and
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills