Fund Accountant

Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

15 days ago

Overview:Our client is a leading investment management firm is seeking a senior Fund Accountant to join their team. Established in 1998, the firm has a clear objective: to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns for investors over the medium to long term. They achieve this by combining a disciplined research process with a flat operational structure.Their mission - to create long-term wealth for their clients - remains their unwavering guiding principle. At the core of their success is a strong belief in the value of exceptional talent. The team is made up of highly qualified, passionate, and market-savvy professionals who operate with honesty and integrity. The company culture promotes respectful debate and encourages individual perspectives to drive optimal outcomes. Arrogance is actively guarded against, and there is a willingness to adapt and acknowledge mistakes in pursuit of continuous improvement.Responsibilities:Understanding operational metrics and vendor management:

Understanding operational metrics and adjusting strategy accordingly
Manage software and other third-party providers ensuring delivery as expected
Ensuring urgent matters are resolved promptly

Maintaining the portfolio management system (“PMS”):

Ensure automated journal feeds are correct in all instances
Investigate any issues and communicate accordingly with the technology team
Update and reconcile relevant entries in PMS and Prime Broking systems
Manage cash flows
Familiarize yourself with corporate action events, consider tax and accounting impact and ensure correctly accounted for across all systems/service providers
Assists with trade settlement issues and liaise with brokers, where relevant

Fund Valuations:

Check fund valuations daily/weekly/monthly
Identify incorrect accounting entries done by administrators or PMS and propose correcting entries
Check fee calculations in detail
Check administrators prime broker NAV recon and bank accounts recon
Query any issues identified with the team and the administrator

Other:

Check TER and distribution calculations
Assist with queries received from various departments
Ad hoc projects as required by business

Requirements:Experience and Qualifications:

BCom, with majors in Accounting, Finance, or recently qualified CA
Minimum of 2 to 6 years’ experience

Competencies and Personal Characteristics:

Adaptable and energetic, thriving in dynamic environments with shifting priorities
Capable of working under pressure, meeting internal and regulatory deadlines with poise
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Empathetic and approachable demeanor towards clients
Client-centric mindset with a professional appearance
Diligent and accountable, maintaining rigor in meeting deliverables
Demonstrates ownership and responsibility for assigned tasks
Self-motivated team player with meticulous attention to detail
Able to manage and prioritise tasks effectively within a demanding team environment

Values and Principles:

Honesty and Integrity
Meritocracy
Team first
Learn and Improve
Speed
Deliver results
Client obsession
Act like an owner

Rory Mackie & Associates

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