Fund Accountant - Hedge Funds
- Recruiter
- Apex Group
- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Salary
- Competitive salary
- Posted
- 08 Sep 2024
- Closes
- 08 Oct 2024
- Ref
- 13574670
- Approved employers
- Approved employer
- Job role
- Fund accountant
- Sector
- Accounting - Public practice
- Experience level
- Qualified accountant
Description
Role summary
We are seeking a Fund Accountant, reporting to a Manager within the Fund Accounting Division of Apex to prepare accurate portfolio valuations and financial statements. The 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.). Seasoned incumbent responsible for approximately 3 to 6 valuations.
Key responsibilities
Skills / experience
Role summary
We are seeking a Fund Accountant, reporting to a Manager within the Fund Accounting Division of Apex to prepare accurate portfolio valuations and financial statements. The 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.). Seasoned incumbent responsible for approximately 3 to 6 valuations.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare daily, weekly and/or 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;
- 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;
- Assist Senior Fund Accountants and Supervisors with audit queries;
- Periodically assists with reviews and the identification of errors and inconsistencies.
Skills / experience
- Commerce, Honours or Bus Sci Degree with Financial Accounting;
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;
- Structured and detail oriented;
- Excellent customer service and communication skills;
- Ability to prioritise work and meet strict deadlines;
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills;
- At least 2 years related experience;
- Proficient in MS Excel;
- Hedge fund industry knowledge would be a distinct advantage.