46 Investment Firms jobs in Cape Town

SENIOR FINANCIAL REPORTING ACCOUNTANT (Private Equity) - Claremont/Newlands, Western Cape, SA

Highly Competitive Package on Offer!

Our Client, a leading global Private Equity Investment Advisory firm invested in sustainable infrastructure and climate finance across Africa is currently in search of hands-on, innovative, strategically minded and highly organised Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to support the financial operations and reporting requirements of their expanding portfolio.

You have excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities accompanied by natural leadership skills and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

You are especially passionate about improving universal energy access, in particular across Sub-Saharan Africa, through the investing in decentralised renewable energy (DRE).

Main Purpose of the Role:

Play a key role in providing dedicated financial leadership to ensure robust compliance, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency through the overseeing of financial reporting, controls, legal and tax compliance within their Mauritius's financial services framework, while supporting the financial performance of the group and its funds under management.

The role will involve direct engagement with investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies, as well as provide strategic financial leadership across the fund's portfolio.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assistance with all aspects of financial reporting, control and tax compliance.
• Prepare and review annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Preparation and/or review quarterly management accounts for group companies.
• Preparation and/or review of various deliverables required for quarterly reporting to investors and responding to investor queries.
• Prepare audit information and manage the audit process of the various entities within the deadlines which include various Fund entities.
• Ensure compliance from a finance perspective with the various legal agreements which include the LPA, Investor side letters, Advisory agreements and with the Financial Services Commission (FSC) regulations and other relevant Mauritian legislation (e.g., Securities Act 2005, Financial Services Act 2007).
• Manage fund accounting, including capital calls, distributions, performance reporting, and Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations.
• Manage tax and regulatory compliance across various entities and jurisdictions.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity across complex investment structures, including oversight of treasury functions.
• Work closely with professional service providers including outsourced administrators, various auditors, outsourced accountants and other ad-hoc professional providers including tax and legal advisors.
• Prepare and oversee financial reporting and controls for regional offices in South Africa, Nairobi, Abidjan and Mauritius.
• Manage the flow of financial information and assist with financial reporting, where required, at portfolio company level.
• Support the deal team with portfolio transaction structuring, tax efficiency, tax and legal compliance, treasury issues and valuations.
• Providing guidance, coaching, and support to fellow team members.

Qualification, Skills and Experience required:

• Chartered Accountant (SA) advantageous and / or related FCCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent professional qualification.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting , or a related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant financial accounting and financial reporting experience gained within the fund management or fund accounting or asset management arena and ideally within private equity
• 3 Years of the above experience is required to be in a senior finance or fund accounting role
• Demonstrated expertise in financial control, fund accounting, and asset management within a private equity environment
• Working knowledge and a strong understanding of the Mauritian regulatory environment for funds and / or experience working with the FSC, Bank of Mauritius, Mauritius Revenue Authority or similar regulators is highly advantageous!
• Fund administration experience would be beneficial.
• Experience working with a Technical Assistance Facility would be beneficial.

Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in financial reporting, cashflow forecasting, and fund performance analysis.
• Strong knowledge of fund structures, capital calls, distributions, and investor reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Excel , Investran, or similar fund accounting software).
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail.

Travel:

• Ability and willingness to travel to regional offices.

To apply to this role, please forward an updated and detailed copy of your CV together with a short motivational paragraph of

SENIOR FINANCIAL REPORTING ACCOUNTANT (Private Equity) - Claremont/Newlands, Western Cape, SA

Highly Competitive Package on Offer!

Our Client, a leading global Private Equity Investment Advisory firm invested in sustainable infrastructure and climate finance across Africa is currently in search of hands-on, innovative, strategically minded and highly organised Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to support the financial operations and reporting requirements of their expanding portfolio.

You have excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities accompanied by natural leadership skills and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

You are especially passionate about improving universal energy access, in particular across Sub-Saharan Africa, through the investing in decentralised renewable energy (DRE).

Main Purpose of the Role:

Play a key role in providing dedicated financial leadership to ensure robust compliance, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency through the overseeing of financial reporting, controls, legal and tax compliance within their Mauritius's financial services framework, while supporting the financial performance of the group and its funds under management.

The role will involve direct engagement with investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies, as well as provide strategic financial leadership across the fund's portfolio.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assistance with all aspects of financial reporting, control and tax compliance.
• Prepare and review annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Preparation and/or review quarterly management accounts for group companies.
• Preparation and/or review of various deliverables required for quarterly reporting to investors and responding to investor queries.
• Prepare audit information and manage the audit process of the various entities within the deadlines which include various Fund entities.
• Ensure compliance from a finance perspective with the various legal agreements which include the LPA, Investor side letters, Advisory agreements and with the Financial Services Commission (FSC) regulations and other relevant Mauritian legislation (e.g., Securities Act 2005, Financial Services Act 2007).
• Manage fund accounting, including capital calls, distributions, performance reporting, and Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations.
• Manage tax and regulatory compliance across various entities and jurisdictions.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity across complex investment structures, including oversight of treasury functions.
• Work closely with professional service providers including outsourced administrators, various auditors, outsourced accountants and other ad-hoc professional providers including tax and legal advisors.
• Prepare and oversee financial reporting and controls for regional offices in South Africa, Nairobi, Abidjan and Mauritius.
• Manage the flow of financial information and assist with financial reporting, where required, at portfolio company level.
• Support the deal team with portfolio transaction structuring, tax efficiency, tax and legal compliance, treasury issues and valuations.
• Providing guidance, coaching, and support to fellow team members.

Qualification, Skills and Experience required:

• Chartered Accountant (SA) advantageous and / or related FCCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent professional qualification.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting , or a related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant financial accounting and financial reporting experience gained within the fund management or fund accounting or asset management arena and ideally within private equity
• 3 Years of the above experience is required to be in a senior finance or fund accounting role
• Demonstrated expertise in financial control, fund accounting, and asset management within a private equity environment
• Working knowledge and a strong understanding of the Mauritian regulatory environment for funds and / or experience working with the FSC, Bank of Mauritius, Mauritius Revenue Authority or similar regulators is highly advantageous!
• Fund administration experience would be beneficial.
• Experience working with a Technical Assistance Facility would be beneficial.

Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in financial reporting, cashflow forecasting, and fund performance analysis.
• Strong knowledge of fund structures, capital calls, distributions, and investor reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Excel , Investran, or similar fund accounting software).
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail.

Travel:

• Ability and willingness to travel to regional offices.

To apply to this role, please forward an updated and detailed copy of your CV together with a short motivational paragraph of

SENIOR FINANCIAL REPORTING ACCOUNTANT (Private Equity) - Claremont/Newlands, Western Cape, SA

Highly Competitive Package on Offer!

Our Client, a leading global Private Equity Investment Advisory firm invested in sustainable infrastructure and climate finance across Africa is currently in search of hands-on, innovative, strategically minded and highly organised Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to support the financial operations and reporting requirements of their expanding portfolio.

You have excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities accompanied by natural leadership skills and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

You are especially passionate about improving universal energy access, in particular across Sub-Saharan Africa, through the investing in decentralised renewable energy (DRE).

Main Purpose of the Role:

Play a key role in providing dedicated financial leadership to ensure robust compliance, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency through the overseeing of financial reporting, controls, legal and tax compliance within their Mauritius's financial services framework, while supporting the financial performance of the group and its funds under management.

The role will involve direct engagement with investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies, as well as provide strategic financial leadership across the fund's portfolio.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assistance with all aspects of financial reporting, control and tax compliance.
• Prepare and review annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Preparation and/or review quarterly management accounts for group companies.
• Preparation and/or review of various deliverables required for quarterly reporting to investors and responding to investor queries.
• Prepare audit information and manage the audit process of the various entities within the deadlines which include various Fund entities.
• Ensure compliance from a finance perspective with the various legal agreements which include the LPA, Investor side letters, Advisory agreements and with the Financial Services Commission (FSC) regulations and other relevant Mauritian legislation (e.g., Securities Act 2005, Financial Services Act 2007).
• Manage fund accounting, including capital calls, distributions, performance reporting, and Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations.
• Manage tax and regulatory compliance across various entities and jurisdictions.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity across complex investment structures, including oversight of treasury functions.
• Work closely with professional service providers including outsourced administrators, various auditors, outsourced accountants and other ad-hoc professional providers including tax and legal advisors.
• Prepare and oversee financial reporting and controls for regional offices in South Africa, Nairobi, Abidjan and Mauritius.
• Manage the flow of financial information and assist with financial reporting, where required, at portfolio company level.
• Support the deal team with portfolio transaction structuring, tax efficiency, tax and legal compliance, treasury issues and valuations.
• Providing guidance, coaching, and support to fellow team members.

Qualification, Skills and Experience required:

• Chartered Accountant (SA) advantageous and / or related FCCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent professional qualification.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting , or a related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant financial accounting and financial reporting experience gained within the fund management or fund accounting or asset management arena and ideally within private equity
• 3 Years of the above experience is required to be in a senior finance or fund accounting role
• Demonstrated expertise in financial control, fund accounting, and asset management within a private equity environment
• Working knowledge and a strong understanding of the Mauritian regulatory environment for funds and / or experience working with the FSC, Bank of Mauritius, Mauritius Revenue Authority or similar regulators is highly advantageous!
• Fund administration experience would be beneficial.
• Experience working with a Technical Assistance Facility would be beneficial.

Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in financial reporting, cashflow forecasting, and fund performance analysis.
• Strong knowledge of fund structures, capital calls, distributions, and investor reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Excel , Investran, or similar fund accounting software).
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail.

Travel:

• Ability and willingness to travel to regional offices.

To apply to this role, please forward an updated and detailed copy of your CV together with a short motivational paragraph of

SENIOR FINANCIAL REPORTING ACCOUNTANT (Private Equity) - Claremont/Newlands, Western Cape, SA Highly Competitive Package on Offer! Our Client, a leading global Private Equity Investment Advisory firm invested in sustainable infrastructure and climate finance across Africa is currently in search of hands-on, innovative, strategically minded and highly organised Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to support the financial operations and reporting requirements of their expanding portfolio. You have excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities accompanied by natural leadership skills and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. You are especially passionate about improving universal energy access, in particular across Sub-Saharan Africa, through the investing in decentralised renewable energy (DRE). Main Purpose of the Role: Play a key role in providing dedicated financial leadership to ensure robust compliance, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency through the overseeing of financial reporting, controls, legal and tax compliance within their Mauritius's financial services framework, while supporting the financial performance of the group and its funds under management. The role will involve direct engagement with investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies, as well as provide strategic financial leadership across the fund's portfolio. Roles and Responsibilities: Assistance with all aspects of financial reporting, control and tax compliance. Prepare and review annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Preparation and/or review quarterly management accounts for group companies. Preparation and/or review of various deliverables required for quarterly reporting to investors and responding to investor queries. Prepare audit information and manage the audit process of the various entities within the deadlines which include various Fund entities. Ensure compliance from a finance perspective with the various legal agreements which include the LPA, Investor side letters, Advisory agreements and with the Financial Services Commission (FSC) regulations and other relevant Mauritian legislation (e.g., Securities Act 2005, Financial Services Act 2007). Manage fund accounting, including capital calls, distributions, performance reporting, and Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations. Manage tax and regulatory compliance across various entities and jurisdictions. Manage cash flow and liquidity across complex investment structures, including oversight of treasury functions. Work closely with professional service providers including outsourced administrators, various auditors, outsourced accountants and other ad-hoc professional providers including tax and legal advisors. Prepare and oversee financial reporting and controls for regional offices in South Africa, Nairobi, Abidjan and Mauritius. Manage the flow of financial information and assist with financial reporting, where required, at portfolio company level. Support the deal team with portfolio transaction structuring, tax efficiency, tax and legal compliance, treasury issues and valuations. Providing guidance, coaching, and support to fellow team members. Qualification, Skills and Experience required: Chartered Accountant (SA) advantageous and / or related FCCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent professional qualification. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting , or a related field. Minimum 7-10 years of relevant financial accounting and financial reporting experience gained within the fund management or fund accounting or asset management arena and ideally within private equity 3 Years of the above experience is required to be in a senior finance or fund accounting role Demonstrated expertise in financial control, fund accounting, and asset management within a private equity environment Working knowledge and a strong understanding of the Mauritian regulatory environment for funds and / or experience working with the FSC,

SENIOR FINANCIAL REPORTING ACCOUNTANT (Private Equity) - Claremont/Newlands, Western Cape, SA Highly Competitive Package on Offer! Our Client, a leading global Private Equity Investment Advisory firm invested in sustainable infrastructure and climate finance across Africa is currently in search of hands-on, innovative, strategically minded and highly organised Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to support the financial operations and reporting requirements of their expanding portfolio. You have excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities accompanied by natural leadership skills and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. You are especially passionate about improving universal energy access, in particular across Sub-Saharan Africa, through the investing in decentralised renewable energy (DRE). Main Purpose of the Role: Play a key role in providing dedicated financial leadership to ensure robust compliance, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency through the overseeing of financial reporting, controls, legal and tax compliance within their Mauritius's financial services framework, while supporting the financial performance of the group and its funds under management. The role will involve direct engagement with investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies, as well as provide strategic financial leadership across the fund's portfolio. Roles and Responsibilities: Assistance with all aspects of financial reporting, control and tax compliance. Prepare and review annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Preparation and/or review quarterly management accounts for group companies. Preparation and/or review of various deliverables required for quarterly reporting to investors and responding to investor queries. Prepare audit information and manage the audit process of the various entities within the deadlines which include various Fund entities. Ensure compliance from a finance perspective with the various legal agreements which include the LPA, Investor side letters, Advisory agreements and with the Financial Services Commission (FSC) regulations and other relevant Mauritian legislation (e.g., Securities Act 2005, Financial Services Act 2007). Manage fund accounting, including capital calls, distributions, performance reporting, and Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations. Manage tax and regulatory compliance across various entities and jurisdictions. Manage cash flow and liquidity across complex investment structures, including oversight of treasury functions. Work closely with professional service providers including outsourced administrators, various auditors, outsourced accountants and other ad-hoc professional providers including tax and legal advisors. Prepare and oversee financial reporting and controls for regional offices in South Africa, Nairobi, Abidjan and Mauritius. Manage the flow of financial information and assist with financial reporting, where required, at portfolio company level. Support the deal team with portfolio transaction structuring, tax efficiency, tax and legal compliance, treasury issues and valuations. Providing guidance, coaching, and support to fellow team members. Qualification, Skills and Experience required: Chartered Accountant (SA) advantageous and / or related FCCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent professional qualification. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting , or a related field. Minimum 7-10 years of relevant financial accounting and financial reporting experience gained within the fund management or fund accounting or asset management arena and ideally within private equity 3 Years of the above experience is required to be in a senior finance or fund accounting role Demonstrated expertise in financial control, fund accounting, and asset management within a private equity environment Working knowledge and a strong understanding of the Mauritian regulatory environment for funds and / or experience working with the FSC,

SENIOR FINANCIAL REPORTING ACCOUNTANT (Private Equity) - Claremont/Newlands, Western Cape, SA Highly Competitive Package on Offer! Our Client, a leading global Private Equity Investment Advisory firm invested in sustainable infrastructure and climate finance across Africa is currently in search of hands-on, innovative, strategically minded and highly organised Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to support the financial operations and reporting requirements of their expanding portfolio. You have excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities accompanied by natural leadership skills and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. You are especially passionate about improving universal energy access, in particular across Sub-Saharan Africa, through the investing in decentralised renewable energy (DRE). Main Purpose of the Role: Play a key role in providing dedicated financial leadership to ensure robust compliance, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency through the overseeing of financial reporting, controls, legal and tax compliance within their Mauritius's financial services framework, while supporting the financial performance of the group and its funds under management. The role will involve direct engagement with investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies, as well as provide strategic financial leadership across the fund's portfolio. Roles and Responsibilities: Assistance with all aspects of financial reporting, control and tax compliance. Prepare and review annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Preparation and/or review quarterly management accounts for group companies. Preparation and/or review of various deliverables required for quarterly reporting to investors and responding to investor queries. Prepare audit information and manage the audit process of the various entities within the deadlines which include various Fund entities. Ensure compliance from a finance perspective with the various legal agreements which include the LPA, Investor side letters, Advisory agreements and with the Financial Services Commission (FSC) regulations and other relevant Mauritian legislation (e.g., Securities Act 2005, Financial Services Act 2007). Manage fund accounting, including capital calls, distributions, performance reporting, and Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations. Manage tax and regulatory compliance across various entities and jurisdictions. Manage cash flow and liquidity across complex investment structures, including oversight of treasury functions. Work closely with professional service providers including outsourced administrators, various auditors, outsourced accountants and other ad-hoc professional providers including tax and legal advisors. Prepare and oversee financial reporting and controls for regional offices in South Africa, Nairobi, Abidjan and Mauritius. Manage the flow of financial information and assist with financial reporting, where required, at portfolio company level. Support the deal team with portfolio transaction structuring, tax efficiency, tax and legal compliance, treasury issues and valuations. Providing guidance, coaching, and support to fellow team members. Qualification, Skills and Experience required: Chartered Accountant (SA) advantageous and / or related FCCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent professional qualification. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting , or a related field. Minimum 7-10 years of relevant financial accounting and financial reporting experience gained within the fund management or fund accounting or asset management arena and ideally within private equity 3 Years of the above experience is required to be in a senior finance or fund accounting role Demonstrated expertise in financial control, fund accounting, and asset management within a private equity environment Working knowledge and a strong understanding of the Mauritian regulatory environment for funds and / or experience working with the FSC, Bank of Mauritius, Mauritius Revenue Authority or similar regulators is highly advantageous! Fund administration experience would be beneficial. Experience working with a Technical Assistance Facility would be beneficial. Skills: Advanced proficiency in financial reporting, cashflow forecasting, and fund performance analysis. Strong knowledge of fund structures, capital calls, distributions, and investor reporting. Advanced proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., Xero, Quick Books, Excel , Investran, or similar fund accounting software). Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of attention to detail. Travel: Ability and willingness to travel to regional offices. To apply to this role, please forward an updated and detailed copy of your CV together with a short motivational paragraph of

Senior Fund Accountant - Hedge Funds

Apply locations: Cape Town, Apex House

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Yesterday

Job requisition id: JR-

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.

Summary

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.), assist with reviews, deputize as supervisor as and when needed, and be a seasoned incumbent responsible for approximately 5-7 portfolios.

Job specification

1. Prepare weekly and monthly portfolio valuations;
2. Maintain the underlying accounting records for assigned funds;
3. Liaise with fund managers, brokers, and custodians to communicate information and resolve issues on a timely basis;
4. Reconcile brokerage and custodian accounts to underlying records;
5. Conform to standard operating procedures;
6. Establish excellent client relationships and provide a quality service at all times;
7. Assist the external auditors to ensure the audit function is executed on a timely and efficient basis;
8. Perform any additional responsibilities that may be required by the Supervisor in support of the ongoing management and development of the function.
9. Responsible for Fund Accounting;
10. Pricing;
11. Manual excel NAV file verification roll forward;
12. Security position and price review;
13. Cash and interest reconciliation;
14. Reporting;

Skills Required:

1. Commerce degree or diploma with at least Financial Accounting 2;
2. At least eighteen months accounting experience;
3. Proficient in MS Excel;
4. Hedge fund industry knowledge;
5. Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;
6. Structured and detail oriented;
7. Excellent customer service and communication skills;
8. Ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines;
9. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;

Our Story

About Apex Group

We are dedicated to driving positive change in financial services while fueling the growth and ambitions of asset managers, allocators, financial institutions, and family offices. Established in Bermuda in 2003, the Group has continually disrupted the asset serving industry through our investment in innovation and talent. Today, we set the pace in 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.

We’re a people-powered business, and our people are full of ambition. Together, we’re inspired to lead the new era of data and tech-enabled service. Bringing new products and services to market. Sharpening our client focus. Disrupting the market to exceed expectations. Innovating across a range of specialisms. With our focus on making a difference to our people, our planet, and our society, you’ll experience more here than you would at most other companies.

Working at Apex

Prepare to accelerate.

We’re a people-powered business with a vision to inspire a new era of service-led FinTech. We’re expanding globally and offering more to our clients. This means you get more opportunities to grow with us. So prepare to accelerate. We’ll make sure the time and effort you put in takes you further, faster.

Positive change starts with you.

The journey is yours to own. When you stretch yourself, you grow. We want you to explore ways of working that will see you thrive as part of something bigger. We’ll help you with a solid structure, challenging projects, vibrant networks, supportive colleagues, and approachable leaders. All the things you need to own your unique journey.

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Senior Fund Accountant - Hedge Funds Apply locations: Cape Town, Apex House Time type: Full time Posted on: Posted Yesterday Job requisition id: JR- 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. Summary 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.), assist with reviews, deputize as supervisor as and when needed, and be a 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; 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; Perform any additional responsibilities that may be required by the Supervisor in support of the ongoing 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 prioritize work and meet strict deadlines; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Our Story About Apex Group We are dedicated to driving positive change in financial services while fueling the growth and ambitions of asset managers, allocators, financial institutions, and family offices. Established in Bermuda in 2003, the Group has continually disrupted the asset serving industry through our investment in innovation and talent. Today, we set the pace in 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. We’re a people-powered business, and our people are full of ambition. Together, we’re inspired to lead the new era of data and tech-enabled service. Bringing new products and services to market. Sharpening our client focus. Disrupting the market to exceed expectations. Innovating across a range of specialisms. With our focus on making a difference to our people, our planet, and our society, you’ll experience more here than you would at most other companies. Working at Apex Prepare to accelerate. We’re a people-powered business with a vision to inspire a new era of service-led Fin Tech. We’re expanding globally and offering more to our clients. This means you get more opportunities to grow with us. So prepare to accelerate. We’ll make sure the time and effort you put in takes you further, faster. Positive change starts with you. The journey is yours to own. When you stretch yourself, you grow. We want you to explore ways of working that will see you thrive as part of something bigger. We’ll help you with a solid structure, challenging projects, vibrant networks, supportive colleagues, and approachable leaders. All the things you need to own your unique journey. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Credit Analyst (Prescient Investment Management)

The candidate will be part of the Credit team responsible for the Prescient Credit funds. To utilise PIM credit philosophy process by employing quantitative analysis in asset selection, pricing and managing of credit portfolio.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Objective

The key objective is the development of analytics tools and strategies, as well as the improvement and extension of PRIME for the Credit Funds.

Quantitative Analysis:

• Assist in defining the PRIME framework and incorporate current analytics tools and reporting.
  Develop processes and analytics tools to monitor model and portfolio performance and accuracy.
  Research and develop models and techniques.
• Document research, processes, and model validation.

Credit Research and Analysis:

• Apply established models to compute default probability scores. An analyst would be required to make an analytical argument on the change thereto over time, highlight downside risks for the foreseeable future, and rank & compare to industry peers.
• Use PIM sector-specific financial scorecards to analyse the creditworthiness of companies and their sub-factor drivers of the credit score, incorporating ESG analysis.
  
  
• Perform in-depth analysis and research to assess and monitor the creditworthiness of borrowers/issuers over the term of the exposure.
• Understand market dynamics (e.g., credit supply/demand) and company fundamentals influencing PIM’s credit investments.

Credit Management:

• Monitor the risk-adjusted return of the credit universe, build and oversee portfolio optimization models, and make recommendations to enhance credit portfolio performance.
• Engage in counterparty interactions as part of the role.
• Assess credit opportunities, including exposure to assets in Infrastructure Funds (monitoring and new opportunities).

Investment Analysis:

• Originate debt investments via new and existing borrowers, liaising with bond issuers, DCM teams, arrangers, and rating agencies.
• Provide input into the development of broader responsible investment policies, ESG methodologies, and impact strategies.

Credit Process Development and Advancement:

• Validate investment models and monitor portfolio performance and accuracy.
• Contribute to research and development of new models and techniques.
• Document research, processes, and model validation.
• Ensure the accuracy and currency of information used in the process.

Team Interaction:

The key objective is to work on a collaborative basis, ensuring that the team remains cohesive and successful. The analyst is expected to:

• Follow a collaborative approach aligned with the Prescient value system.
• Be proactive in generating new research and participating in debates.
• Suggest and implement process enhancements to improve/create efficiencies.
• Contribute positively and adopt a solutions-driven mindset.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• University Post Graduate Degree (Science / Engineering / Finance) / Masters.
• CA (SA) with articles will be advantageous (Financial Services / Financial Engineering Group experience).
• CFA / Studying towards CFA; and/or Masters equivalent.
• Advanced Excel skills and model building.
• Prior experience in Private Debt, Hybrid Debt, Project Finance will be advantageous.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Ability to generate ideas and think logically.
• Structured work style, attention to detail and accuracy is of the utmost importance.
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills oral and written.
• Strong ability to manage complex processes and focus on business outcomes in a complex uncertain environment.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, driven and results oriented.
• Ability to listen and respond to new ideas, input and diverse perspectives.
• High levels of self-confidence, assertive as well as healthy levels of EQ.
• Must be able to manage workflow on longer-term research projects.
• Energetic problem-solver.
• Ability to demonstrate an advanced degree of technological competence.
• Passionate about investments.

WHY THIS ROLE?

This is your opportunity to be responsible for credit research & credit portfolio risk analysis. The role is well suited for an individual with strong technical skills, a qualified CA(SA) and/or currently completing CFA studies (or masters equivalent).

A great role with excellent growth potential and exposure to various asset classes.

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