Fund Accountant - PEFA

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2 Locations
In-Office
Mid level
Fintech • Payments • Financial Services
The Role
Prepare quarterly and annual fund financial statements under IFRS and US GAAP; record and reconcile journal entries for capital calls, distributions, fees, and carried interest; perform NAV calculations, bank reconciliations, and portfolio valuations; support audits, regulatory reporting (Form PF, Annex IV), and investor tax packs; maintain controls and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate fund accounting deliverables.
Summary Generated by Built In

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

Core Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting

  • Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements under IFRS and US GAAP.
  • Record and reconcile journal entries for capital calls, distributions, management fees, and carried interest.
  • Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure accurate posting of transactions.
  • Perform bank reconciliations, portfolio valuations, and NAV calculations.

Compliance & Standards

  • Apply IFRS and US GAAP principles consistently across all fund accounting activities.
  • Ensure compliance with fund governing documents and side letter obligations.
  • Support regulatory reporting requirements (Form PF, Annex IV) and assist with investor tax packs.

Audit Support

  • Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor queries promptly.
  • Maintain proper documentation for all accounting entries and reconciliations.

Process & Controls

  • Follow established internal controls and contribute to process improvements.
  • Identify and escalate discrepancies or risks in accounting records.

Collaboration

  • Work closely with Senior Fund Accountant and AVP to ensure timely deliverables.
  • Coordinate with Investor Relations, Tax, and external administrators for accurate data flow.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Accuracy: Zero material errors in financial statements and reconciliations.
  • Timeliness: On-time completion of reporting cycles and audit deliverables.
  • Compliance: Adherence to IFRS/US GAAP and internal control standards.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s in accounting/finance; pursuing CPA/ACA is a plus.
  • 2–4 years of experience in fund accounting or financial services.
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP.
  • Proficiency in accounting systems (Investran, eFront, Allvue) and MS Excel.

Competencies

  • Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of accounting principles and IFRS standards.
  • Attention to Detail: High accuracy in reconciliations and reporting.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
  • Team Collaboration: Works effectively with peers and stakeholders.

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 2-4 years' experience in fund accounting or financial services
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP
  • Proficiency with fund accounting systems (Investran, eFront, Allvue)
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Pursuing CPA or ACA

Apex Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Apex Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Apex Group.

  • Flexible Benefits Flexible benefits are positioned as being tailored by country, with localized packages and perks that can differ by jurisdiction. Mobility options such as the JUMP program add a non-cash element that can increase the perceived total rewards value for those who can access it.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellbeing support is described as including EAPs, mental-health workshops, mentoring support, and local lifestyle perks like gym or cycle-to-work schemes. These offerings broaden the benefits mix beyond purely financial rewards.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is described in at least one jurisdiction as including an employer match structure and an additional automatic contribution after tenure. This can strengthen the non-salary portion of total compensation where offered.

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The Company
7,423 Employees
Year Founded: 2003

What We Do

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. Established in Bermuda in 2003, we have continually disrupted the industry through our investment in innovation and talent. Today, we set the pace in fund and asset servicing and stand out for our unique single-source solution and unified cross asset-class platform which supports the entire value chain, harnesses leading innovative technology, and benefits from cross-jurisdictional expertise delivered by a long-standing management team and over 13,000 highly integrated professionals. As a pioneering data and fintech-enabled company, we are a disruptor driving digital tools into fund and asset servicing. However, our vision to drive positive change extends beyond the industry. The Apex Foundation, a not-for-profit entity, is our passionate commitment to empower sustainable change

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