Senior Fund Accountant – NAV & Reporting Lead

theapexgroup

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 720,000 - 960,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Apex Group in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to prepare accurate NAVs and oversee client portfolios, with responsibilities including financial statements and regulatory compliance. You will mentor junior staff and liaise with fund managers, brokers and custodians to ensure timely deliverables.

We value CA(SA) eligibility and a commerce background, solid Excel skills, and a detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

Commerce degree with CA(SA) eligibility; prior post-article experience not required.
Proficient in MS Excel.
Structural and detail-oriented approach.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and organisation skills.
Good interpersonal and teamwork capabilities.
Ability to prioritise work and meet tight deadlines.
Fund-related accounting experience is advantageous.
Knowledge of Private Debt, Capital Markets, Real Assets or Private Equity is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare and oversee NAVs, Management Reporting, and Statutory Reporting for client entities.
Mentor and supervise trainee fund accountants and fund accountants.
Communicate with fund managers, brokers, and custodians to resolve issues promptly.
Ensure client responsibilities and regulatory deadlines are met.
Assist external auditors to ensure timely audits.
Contribute to ongoing development of the division and monthly/quarterly/annual NAVs and statutory financial statements.