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

Assistant Manager – Private Debt

Role summary:

Apex is currently seeking an Assistant Manager to join the accounting team within our Client Services division. Reporting to a Senior Manager, this role covers financial reporting and administration obligations to support a growing team with a focus on the highest quality customer service.

You will be responsible for the preparation/overseeing of a high profile private debt client (underlying accounting, financial statements preparation, regulatory requirements) including the development and mentoring of more junior team members and providing the highest quality of customer service.

Key responsibilities:

• Working within a specialised services team on all aspects of financial reporting and administration to ensure the team and client servicing aspects are run efficiently;
• Supervise a small number of accounting trainees within the London and Cape Town teams, who are studying towards professional qualifications, including mentoring, training and development;
• Review of quarter end NAV and carry calculations and investor reporting;
• Review of calculations for drawdowns, distributions and equalisations, as well as leverage and bridge facility reporting;
• Reconciliation of the investment portfolio, regarding interest receipts, interest accruals and principal positions on the relevant software between the client, the Facility Agent and Apex;
• Acting as primary point of contact with auditors in respect of the planning and coordination of the client audit;
• Ensuring that client responsibilities are managed effectively and to agreed client, best practice, regulatory and statutory deadlines;
• Providing sound, quality and technical guidance to clients;
• Ensure fee invoices are sent to clients, undertake and be able to demonstrate regular monitoring and effective chasing of the outstanding debts within your portfolio;
• Establishing, building and maintaining strong relationships and networks with both internal, cross jurisdictional and external contacts including auditors and third parties;
• Working with team to ensure projects run smoothly including getting involved in the migration and implementation of any new accounting systems or investor portals;
• Be willing to assist with other duties as necessary to support the strategic development of the client team including client meetings, new business pitches and new business proposals;
• Any other duties in the scope of the role that the Company requires.

Requirements - Skills / Experience:

• Professional qualification – Qualified ACCA or equivalent;
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the finance industry;
• Knowledge of alternative investment funds and alternative asset classes (i.e. real estate, private equity or private debt);
• Good understanding of financial reporting standards;
• A team player with excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office suite;
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;
• Ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines;
• Experience in mentoring / managing junior team members;
• Motivated and driven.

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.