Fund Accountant - Cape Town
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
A leading African mezzanine fund manager, providing capital to successful companies across the continent. We pride ourselves on financial excellence, strategic impact, and empowering sustainable growth. We're seeking a Fund Accountant to join our dynamic finance team and play a key role in supporting our fund and related entities.Key Responsibilities1. Financial ReportingAssist in the preparation of Annual Financial Statements (AFS) for the fund and related entitiesEnsure accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting policies and standardsProvide updates on accounting policies and note disclosures during AFS preparation2. Accounting & Financial SystemsContribute to the enhancement of financial reporting tools and outputsPrepare VAT and Income Tax calculations and returnsPost general journals and process transactions using Pastel AccountingDownload and review Trial Balances, Ledgers, and other reports from the systemProcess and review payment transactions3. Fund AccountingPrepare and distribute monthly/quarterly fund performance reportsCompile monthly investment statementsDraft and circulate payment notices to stakeholdersPrepare SARB (South African Reserve Bank) reportsCoordinate audit confirmations for fund investors and administratorsRecord cashbook entries and general journals for fund entitiesGenerate inter-company invoices between funds and managersLoad payments to fund managers and investors4. Year-End Process & BudgetingCoordinate year-end activities to ensure timely delivery of audit-ready informationPrepare reconciliations and supporting schedules for audit submissionRespond to audit queries and support the external audit processContribute to the preparation of group consolidated AFSDeliver accurate trial balances for fund entitiesAssist in compiling annual budgets, including management fee inputs5. Ad-Hoc SupportProvide general support to the finance department as neededParticipate in finance projects and initiatives that enhance efficiency and complianceRequirements & QualificationsBachelor's Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent)Minimum 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in fund management or investment financeProficient in Pastel Accounting and Microsoft ExcelSolid understanding of tax, VAT, and financial reporting standardsDetail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent time management, communication, and teamwork abilities