Assistant Fund Accountant

Assistant Fund Accountant

who will be responsible for the daily processing of transactions for a portfolio of investment funds and the preparation of cash reconciliations. The successful candidate will prepare Net Asset Value ("NAV") files for a portfolio of medium to high complexity investment funds. He/she will liaise with investment managers, prime brokers and custodians in relation to trading activity as required for transactional processing and NAV preparation. The successful candidate will also prepare client compliance files, maintain the client database and perform general administrative functions related to client funds. He/she will assist in the invoicing process, collection of receivables and will liaise with auditors to provide requested information and respond to queries.

The successful candidate will have a university degree in accounting or finance. A professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA or equivalent) would be an asset together with a minimum of 1-3 years relevant experience in financial services with a leading accountancy practice or financial institution. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply. Offshore fund accounting or administration experience is an asset.

The successful candidate will have a sound working knowledge of all Windows applications and ideally knowledge of fund accounting applications, e.g. Advent Geneva or Investran. He/she should have experience of relationship management and client service.

The successful candidate will have excellent time management, organisational and prioritisation skills

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

along with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written (fluent written and oral English).

In addition to English, Mandarin or Japanese would be an asset.

We offer a supportive environment, structured on a team basis. Benefits include 3 weeks vacation (pro-rated for part years), health insurance and pension plan. Our competitive remuneration package is based on qualifications and experience.