Senior Fund Accountant

Senior Fund Accountant -Hedge Funds 
Cape Town 

Description 

The Senior 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., Assists with reviews, deputize as supervisor as and when needed and, Seasoned incumbent responsible for approximately 5-7 portfolios.  

Job specification   

• Prepare weekly and 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; 

• Conform to standard operating procedures; 

• 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; 

• Perform any additional responsibilities that may be required by the Supervisor in support of the on-going management and development of the function. 

• Responsible for Fund Accounting; 

• Pricing; 

• Manual excel NAV file verification roll forward; 

• Security position and price review; 

• Cash and interest reconciliation; 

• Reporting; 

Skills Required: 

• Commerce degree or diploma with at least Financial Accounting 2; 

• At least eighteen months accounting experience; 

• Proficient in MS Excel; 

• Hedge fund industry knowledge; 

• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills; 

• Structured and detail oriented; 

• Excellent customer service and communication skills; 

• Ability to prioritise work and meet strict deadlines and 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

What you will get in return: 

• A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business; 

• Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience; 

Additional information: 

We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences. 

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