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Fund Accountant

Apex Group Ltd

Apex Group Ltd

Accounting & Finance
Posted on Oct 26, 2024

Description

Role summary:
We are seeking a Fund Accountant, reporting ​to a Manager within the Alternative Asset Services Division of Apex, to have responsibility for the preparations of accurate portfolio valuations on a timely basis.​ You will typically be responsible for the preparation/overseeing of a number of ​client portfolios (underlying accounting, financial statements preparation, regulatory requirements), the development and mentoring of more junior team members and providing the highest quality of service to our customers. ​

Key responsibilities:
  • Working with the manager and Director to ensure the planning, coordination and completion of NAVs;​
  • Management Reporting and Statutory Reporting ​of corporate entities to ensure the team complies with all of its accounting and regulatory obligations and requirements including listing requirements ​and client reporting;​
  • Assist with the development and mentoring of trainee fund accountants;​
  • Liaising with fund managers, brokers, and custodians to communicate information and resolve issues on a timely basis;​
  • Ensure that client responsibilities are managed effectively and to agreed client, best practice, regulatory and statutory deadlines;​
  • Assisting the external auditors to ensure the audit function is executed on a timely and efficient basis;​
  • Performing any additional responsibilities that may be required in the support of the on-going management and development of the division;
  • Preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual NAV’s;​
  • Preparation of management accounts and IPD’s; and​
  • Preparation of annual statutory financials statements.​
Skills / experience:
Commerce degree with:
  • Financial Accounting 3​
  • Taxation 1​
  • Auditing 1 OR Internal Auditing 2 or Internal Control & code of Ethics;​
  • Corporate Law 1 OR Commercial Law 2​
  • Management accounting;​
  • SAIPA OR CIMA or AG(SA) qualified​
  • Proficient in MS Excel; structural and detail orientated;​
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills;​
  • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;​
  • Ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines;​
  • Excellent communication and organisation skills;​
  • Motivated and driven​
  • Fund related accounting experience will be an advantage​
  • Private Debt, Capital Markets, Real Assets or Private Equity knowledge will be a distinct advantage.​