57 Investment Firms jobs in Johannesburg

Overview

Fund Accounting Team Leader - Private Equity & Real Estate role at ACCA Careers. Apex Group is a global fund administration and middle office solutions provider with a diverse, large-scale client base. The successful applicant will oversee and manage the accounting requirements of Private Equity (SA) clients in line with service level agreements, lead a small accounting team, manage client service, and support onboarding activities.

• ACCOUNTING: Act as the accounting specialist within the Private Equity (SA) business. Supervise and control the timely and accurate delivery of net asset valuations, consolidated partner capital accounts, quarterly statements, financial statements, and supporting schedules.
• Manage the preparation of performance fee, internal Rate of Return (IRR), and equalization calculations as required by Fund documents.
• STAFF AND TRAINING: Develop and train direct reports. Set KPIs and manage performance. Train, manage, and supervise team members.
• TEAM MANAGEMENT: Oversee preparation and delivery of accounting services per fund documentation and SLAs. Review deliverables and ensure staffing aligns with client requirements.
• CLIENT MANAGEMENT: Conduct quarterly client service review calls for allocated portfolios and relay feedback to management and the team. Manage client responsibilities to meet deadlines and best practices.
• CLIENT ONBOARDING: Provide feedback to onboarding and Private Equity (SA) management regarding operational requirements versus system capabilities and identify gaps. Contribute to SLA timeframes and requirements.
• PROCESSES AND SYSTEM UPDATES: Assist with development of the Private Equity IT platform and maintenance of reporting templates. Ensure compliance with Closed Ended (SA) processes and identify potential efficiencies.
• REGULATORY: Assist with regulatory and reporting requirements as they arise.
• OTHER TASKS: Act as authorized signatory on client bank accounts and reviewer of payments. Build relationships with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery. Perform any additional tasks to support ongoing management and development of the division.

• A good understanding of various Private Equity Fund structures and their administration and accounting.
• Solid knowledge of fund valuations and accounting practices/standards, particularly IFRS and ILPA.
• Knowledge of back-office systems; Investran, eFront and Paxus is beneficial.
• Ability to work under pressure. Familiarity with Funds services controls and procedures to ensure compliance and minimise risk.
• Experience managing a team. Strong desire to challenge and improve daily operations.
• Professional and enthusiastic client-facing approach. Management capability with practical, hands-on execution and the ability to "get things done". Leads by example. Clear communication with staff and senior management. Collaborative work within Closed Ended (SA) team and other departments.
• Personal characteristics: can-do attitude, growth mindset, accountability, and willingness to take responsibility.

• A real 'can do' attitude and thrives in an environment of opportunity, confidence and hunger for growth. Sets and achieves high performance levels and pursues continuous personal improvement. Ability to challenge decisions while accepting guidance as required and operate within established frameworks to achieve results; take accountability for actions.

The Accounting Leader (Private Equity SA) reports to the Manager(s) of the Private Equity Team.

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 exclusive recruitment partners.

Job description

Senior Private Equity Deal Exec, SANDTON, CTC circa 2.6

Overview

Located in Sandton, our client is a highly regarded Private Equity firm. They are seeking to expand their team and wish to engage with top tier talent in this regard. You may come from a Corporate Finance, Private Equity or Investment Banking background, a team player who is technically solid and someone who thinks about an investment case rather than just a deal. This is a an excellent opportunity with a very experienced and successful team.

Role Description:

Has overall responsibility to participate in all aspects of deal making, execution and strategic planning related to deal sourcing and negotiates transactions as a member of a team. Consistently plays a senior role in transactions from identification, negotiations, closing, monitoring of investments and finally exit thereof. Plays a key role in the transaction.

Key Responsibilities:

· Management of resources both internally and externally

· Represent the firm and its clients on Boards of portfolio organisations and ensure continuous formulations and implementation of value-adding initiatives.

· Gives guidance to the strategic direction of each investee organisation.

· Monitors portfolio organization performance, value-adding initiatives and execution.

· Implements corporate governance disciplines in investee organisations.

· Participates fully in the governance of the firm.

· Negotiates realisations in chosen areas of investment preference.

· Substantial contact and network base.

· Development of team.

Appropriate tertiary qualifications with:

• 10 + years experience in an established corporate finance and investment management, or private equity environment

• 5 +
years
experience in corporate finance transactions.

· Familiarity with unique disciplines of identifying, negotiating, closing and monitoring transactions.

· Good knowledge of key investment sector.

· Good working knowledge of key commercial statutes and regulation (Tax, Companies Act).

Remuneration:

CTC circa 2.6

Interested and meet the criteria? Please email your CV to

T R A F A L G A R R E C R U I T M E N T

Overview

Join to apply for the Senior Fund Accountant - Hedge Funds role at ACCA Careers

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 seasoned incumbent responsible for approximately 5-7 portfolios.

• 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;

• 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 and
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries
• Accounting

Our client in the Banking and Investment Sector has a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Strategy Analyst to oversee and action the creation and compilation of management and strategic reports that are aligned to strategic intent through qualitative and quantitative research and analysis, recommending insights that enable sound business decisions through others, as per the company’s business strategy.

Within the Strategy & Insights team, we conceptualise and drive business strategy through an analytical, insights-driven approach to problem identification and solution. Furthermore, we continue to add downstream value to the organisation through the execution of complex projects and programmes.

The team is constantly seeking out new methods of work through evaluating current practices and challenging conventional wisdom. Within the team, there are multiple opportunities for learning, exposure to new ideas, and work experience in diverse fields of inquiry. The team culture, albeit firmly rooted in achievement, is also fun and collaborative.

• Built sound professional relationships and understood and consistently met client needs.
• Developed trusting/professional internal relationships to smooth the flow of work.
• Developed collaborative relationships with contractors/consultants/suppliers which met business needs.
• Consistently ensured work was completed to plan; progress reviewed and corrective action taken.
• Resource utilisation produced balanced output in terms of quality, cost, business expectations, and compliance.
• Complied with risk standards; monitored and took corrective action.
• Identified and resolved work obstacles and problems effectively with contingency options to deliver required output.
• Contributed to the crafting of policies, procedures, standards, processes, etc.
• Delivered systems, products, and projects which contributed to improved client service.
• Delivered project results cost-effectively on time and within risk parameters.
• Advice given on systems, processes, and equipment accepted and implemented, leading to improved results.
• Supported team efforts to achieve transformation goals and established a culture conducive to achieving those goals.
• Supported and participated in corporate citizenship initiatives; improvements to work methods, processes, and systems were implemented successfully.
• Analysed, researched, developed, and implemented innovative ideas and solutions adding value to the company’s systems, processes, services, and solutions aligned to business strategy, objectives, and values.
• Continuously developed professional knowledge relating to the field of expertise.
• Shared knowledge with team and other professionals.
• Successfully obtained “buy-in” for value-adding projects, systems, and products/processes.

• 3-5 years’ experience in an Analytical and Strategic environment.
• SAS Enterprise Miner and SQL experience would be advantageous.
• Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI skills.
• Business writing and creating effective storyboard exposure is a must.

• Advanced Diploma/National 1st Degree.
• Master’s in Business Administration.

• Data analysis.
• Governance, Risk, and Controls.
• Industry trends.
• Microsoft Office.
• Principles of financial management.
• Principles of project management.
• Relevant regulatory knowledge.
• Relevant software and systems knowledge.
• Decision-making process.
• Business Acumen.

• Aligning Performance for Success.
• Building Partnerships.
• Decision Making.
• Business Acumen.
• Guiding Team Success.
• Planning and Organizing.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join this prestigious wealth management company as a Client Services Consultant.

Responsibilities:

• Provide servicing and support on all portfolio products (Preservation, Pension and Provident Funds, Retirement Annuities, Savings products) as well as Direct Unit Trusts.
• Communicate with clients on the company’s product range in a courteous and professional manner via telephone, email, fax letter and direct walk in clients.
• Manage all work items i.e., this will include dealing with rejections, general queries such as account queries, forms and other literature requests, fund information and also more detailed query investigation and resolution.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients by answering queries directly on all relevant correspondence and at the same time keeping all systems (including third party administrator systems) updated with all notes.
• Support the Client Group by providing proactive communication on rejections and queries raised by the third-party administrators and clients.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for all third party and client queries on the IAM SA and offshore funds range.
• Assist other team members when necessary – provide cover during periods of absence.

 
Qualifications:

A business focused degree

Experience:

• Relevant 2 – 3 years working experience
• Financial Services experience specifically Asset Management, Retirement Funds and Unit Trust Offshore experience – advantage
• Call Centre experience (Financial Services) – Essential
• Excellent business writing skills

 
Attributes:

• The ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships
• The ability to ‘approach and own’ and continuously look for opportunities to develop
• A client focused and collaborative approach
• Ability to analyse, interpret and assimilate information