Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:
1. Fund Accounting & Reporting
- Provide high-quality, accurate, and timely fund accounting and back-office support services.
- Oversee and manage fund administration activities, including fund onboarding and account setup.
- Review and perform trade and cash reconciliations, valuations, and fee calculations across various fund structures.
- Prepare and/or review periodic Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations, management reports, and financial statements.
- Ensure online payments are processed in accordance with client instructions and internal control procedures.
- Act as a key point of contact for fund, clients, ensuring service level expectations and deadlines are met.
2. Compliance & Regulatory Reporting
- Ensure regulatory filings and statutory reporting are completed accurately and submitted on time.
- Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on fund accounting and reporting requirements.
- Support internal compliance reviews and ensure adherence to applicable regulations and policies.
3. Investor Services
- Review KYC documentation for investor subscriptions and redemptions, ensuring compliance with AML/CFT requirements.
- Oversee investor allocations, capital account calculations, and investor reporting.
- Handle complex investor enquiries and provide guidance to junior team members on investor-related matters.
4. Audit & Stakeholder Management
- Lead and coordinate fund audits, acting as the primary liaison with external auditors.
- Review audit deliverables, address audit findings, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Prepare and review draft audited financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with relevant fund accounting standards.
5. Team Support & Process Improvement
- Review work prepared by junior fund accountants and provided guidance and on-the-job training.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
- Support management on ad-hoc projects and system enhancements.
Requirements
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3-5 years experience in fund accounting or related finance roles
- Knowledge of IFRS and fund structures
- Experience with fund accounting systems is an advantage
- Strong analytical and review skills
