Senior Fund Valuations Administrator

Rory Mackie & Associates; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services group in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Fund Valuations Administrator to join their operational team. The role involves assisting with net asset value calculations, maintaining financial records, and preparing reports for clients. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience in fund administration and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This position offers an opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Preferably 4+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Working towards an industry recognised qualification or willingness to study.
• Experience with fund administration systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with net asset value calculation and reconciliations.
• Maintain core financial records and ledgers.
• Prepare bespoke financial reports for clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team-working skills

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Paxus

Job description

Overview

Our client is an independent, owner-managed financial services group based in the UK. They specialise in the creation of offshore asset management companies, the establishment of fund structures across offshore jurisdictions, as well as fund administration and corporate services. Owing to continued client growth, they are looking to add to their dynamic operational team. The Senior Fund Valuations Administrator will be expected to assist in the administration of the structures administered by the company, including but not limited to fund of funds, equity, debt, private equity and venture capital funds.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with all steps of a net asset value calculation, including reconciliations and fee calculations
• Preparing and maintaining core financial records including general ledgers and trial balances
• Assisting in the creation of bespoke financial reports for clients and managing the timing and quality of client deliverables in accordance with service level and other agreements
• Supporting and building effective relationships with the team and external parties, including clients
• Understanding and interpreting fund documentation, such as prospectuses, alongside legal and regulatory obligations, and their effect on net asset value calculations
• Assisting with day-to-day ad-hoc requests from clients
• Liaising with external parties, including auditors and third-party administrators

Requirements

• Preferably 4+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Working towards an industry recognised qualification or the willingness to undertake studies if required
• Experience with fund administration systems (Paxus is preferable)
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications, in particular Excel

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication, team-working, and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, organised, and able to work to deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Display an active interest in the Guernsey fund industry
• Commitment to professional growth, including a desire to complete further professional qualifications as you grow with the business