Website Apex Group Ltd (Africa)
We are a single-source financial solutions provider dedicated to driving positive change while supporting the growth and ambitions of asset managers, allocators, financial institutions, and family offices around the world.
Description
- 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.
Job specification
- 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.
- Establish 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.
- Confident, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
Skills Required:
- Commerce, Honors or Bus Sci Degree with Financial Accounting.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Structured and detail oriented.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize 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.