Senior fund accountant - private equity

Job Description

As a Fund Accountant, your role will involve the following key responsibilities:- Fund Accounting & Reporting: - Maintaining general ledger and performing daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting for Private Equity funds. - Preparing NAV calculations, investor allocations, and capital account statements. - Ensuring accurate recording of capital calls, distributions, management fees, and carried interest.- Financial Statements & Compliance: - Preparing quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/US GAAP. - Coordinating with auditors for year-end audits and resolving queries promptly. - Ensuring compliance with local regulations and client-specific requirements.- Investor Reporting: - Preparing investor reports, capital call notices, and distribution notices. - Maintaining investor records and responding to investor queries in a timely manner.- Cash Management: - Reviewing payment, payment templates, and approving payments. - Monitoring cash positions and processing payments related to investments, fees, and expenses. - Reconciling bank accounts and investment positions regularly.- Process Improvement & Controls: - Assisting in implementing best practices and improving operational efficiency. - Ensuring strong internal controls and adherence to policies.In terms of qualifications and skills required for this role:- Education: - Professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA) preferred.- Experience: - 3 to 5 years of experience in fund accounting, preferably in Private Equity or Alternative Investments. - Familiarity with partnership accounting and waterfall calculations.- Technical Skills: - Proficiency in accounting systems like Investran, eFront, and Yardi. - Knowledge of IFRS/US GAAP and Private Equity fund structures.- Soft Skills: - Providing functional guidance to fund accountants. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. As a Fund Accountant, your role will involve the following key responsibilities:- Fund Accounting & Reporting: - Maintaining general ledger and performing daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting for Private Equity funds. - Preparing NAV calculations, investor allocations, and capital account statements. - Ensuring accurate recording of capital calls, distributions, management fees, and carried interest.- Financial Statements & Compliance: - Preparing quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/US GAAP. - Coordinating with auditors for year-end audits and resolving queries promptly. - Ensuring compliance with local regulations and client-specific requirements.- Investor Reporting: - Preparing investor reports, capital call notices, and distribution notices. - Maintaining investor records and responding to investor queries in a timely manner.- Cash Management: - Reviewing payment, payment templates, and approving payments. - Monitoring cash positions and processing payments related to investments, fees, and expenses. - Reconciling bank accounts and investment positions regularly.- Process Improvement & Controls: - Assisting in implementing best practices and improving operational efficiency. - Ensuring strong internal controls and adherence to policies.In terms of qualifications and skills required for this role:- Education: - Professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA) preferred.- Experience: - 3 to 5 years of experience in fund accounting, preferably in Private Equity or Alternative Investments. - Familiarity with partnership accounting and waterfall calculations.- Technical Skills: - Proficiency in accounting systems like Investran, eFront, and Yardi. - Knowledge of IFRS/US GAAP and Private Equity fund structures.- Soft Skills: - Providing functional guidance to fund accountants. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Keyskills :
Fund AccountingReportingNAV calculationsFinancial StatementsComplianceInvestor ReportingCash ManagementProcess ImprovementPartnership AccountingAccounting SystemsIFRSUS GAAPAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsInvestor a