Job Summary
The Senior Fund Accountant will be responsible for the Fund Administration of complex investment funds including portfolio valuation and Net Asset Value (“NAV”) calculation; assisting with the preparation of financial statements; liaising with investors and investment managers as well as assisting with systems development and other ad hoc projects as required.
In addition, other responsibilities will include client relationship management; new business integration and meeting the very tight reporting deadlines and demanding obligations of clients.
Our Client is one of the largest independent fund administrators, delivering a range of services and technology to private debt, hedge funds, fund of funds, private equity funds, private banks, pension funds and family offices.
Key Responsibilities
NAV Calculation
- Review and understand the fund’s offering memorandum and verify that offering memorandum agrees to fund set up and ensure ongoing operations adhere to offering memorandum details
- Liaise with investment managers, prime brokers and custodians in relation to trading activity as required for transaction processing and NAV preparation.
- Calculate the NAV for a portfolio of complex investment funds on either a weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly basis as specified by the client and as outlined in the administration agreement, which includes, among other things:
- Track all cash items whether portfolio related, capital transactions or from non-portfolio and other income and expense items
- Perform three-way reconciliation of cash and assets/liabilities to the investment managers and custodians (frequency depending on trading activity of the fund
- Obtain independent third-party pricing support where needed (i.e. from Bloomberg)
- Review and validate the partner/shareholder allocation calculations, including management and incentive fee calculations and the allocation of feeder specific income and expenses
- Calculate and send out Estimated and Final NAV as required
Client Relationship Management
- Liaise with clients, investors, investment managers and other stakeholders as needed
Projects
- Participate in special projects
- Assist with System Development
Reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports
Audit
- Liaise with the fund’s auditors at year end and interim periods to ensure sufficient information is provided to facilitate the timely completion of controls testing and substantive work to the auditors’ satisfaction
- Complete audit confirmation requests
Capital Events
- Prepare allocations for fund investors
- Prepare letters to be sent to the fund investors
New Business
- Acquire or assist in new business conversions and reconciliation
Financial Statements
- Assist in the preparation and review of fund audited financial statements
- Understand fund agreements to determine impact on financial reporting
Compliance
- Monitor and ensure that the AML checks are being carried out in accordance with the procedures and legislation in force. This includes compliance with Performance of general administration relating to private equity funds
- Respond to Investor due diligence requests
Fees
- Calculate recurring fees as set out in various agreements (i.e. management & administration fee agreements)
- Process fees and expenses on behalf of the clients as directed by Administration Agreement and wire funds to third party service providers such as lawyers and auditors
Quality Assurance Testing
- Conduct quality assurance testing following defined practices and procedures
- Conduct testing according to standards agreed upon
- Make recommendations for updates
Other Responsibilities
- Other job functions as required
- Performance of general administration relating to client funds
Qualifications
- University graduate with a professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, CGA, CMA, or equivalent).
- Minimum 2 years of experience in fund accounting, with a focus on complex securities and derivatives products.
- Strong understanding of fund administration processes and financial reporting standards.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse team.
- Competitive compensation package and benefits.
- Professional development and growth opportunities in the financial services industry.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Fund Accountant, apply now to join our client's esteemed team!