Description:
As Fund Accountant, you will manage a portfolio of funds, companies, and other structures, ensuring top-tier service for clients and intermediaries while supporting the Account Manager.
This role involves handling a wide range of fund accounting responsibilities, including Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations, record maintenance, and external liaison with a high degree of professionalism.
Key Accountabilities
- Prepare NAV calculations (daily, weekly, monthly), including cash and position reconciliations, corporate event tracking, and management of accruals and prepayments.
- Price portfolios in accordance with documents and Zedra Fund Services pricing policies.
- Review and interpret fund documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Understand and apply fee methodologies relevant to funds.
- Conduct analytical reviews of NAV reports, highlighting discrepancies or inconsistencies.
- Process and execute fund-related fee payments.
- Manage and maintain static data on funds’ core system (PFS Paxus).
- Coordinate fund audits, liaising with auditors to prepare annual financial statements.
- Generate routine and ad hoc reporting for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Stay informed on hedge fund and private equity industry developments, including regulatory updates, accounting standards, and reporting requirements.
- Ensure compliance with audit regulations and maintain strong adherence to company policies.
- Understand key tax reporting requirements, such as K-1 and PFIC statements.
- Deliver high-quality service to clients, collaborating with the Account Manager to build strong, long-term relationships.
- Engage directly with clients to understand their needs and proactively identify opportunities to enhance service levels.
- Ensure client commitments are met on schedule and to a high professional standard.
Knowledge & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a business-related field.
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in the finance industry.
- Proven experience in finance, with a track record of delivering excellent client service and managing financial records with precision.
- Strong understanding of fund administration principles, NAV generation, risk management, and compliance.
- Awareness of market trends and industry regulations affecting fund structures and services.
- Client-focused, proactive, and relationship-driven.
- Flexible and professional when managing time-sensitive tasks.
- Excellent prioritization and time management skills.
- Self-motivated with a strong commitment to exceeding targets and goals.
- Skilled communicator with strong interpersonal abilities, fostering collaboration across teams.
- Fluency in English required; knowledge of other languages is a plus.