Job Description
This role includes but is not limited to preparing and reviewing unit prices, BAS/IAS calculations, Trust distributions and statutory accounts as per client SLA’s. The Senior Fund Accountant will report directly into the Account Manager. The role covers a range accounting functions working on managed funds, private equity funds and listed investment companies.
Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities
• Oversight, review and preparation of daily NAV deliverables.
• Preparation and review of unit prices for managed investment funds, private equity funds and listed investment companies.
• Detailed review of distributable income calculations for managed investment funds and liaising with external tax parties.
• Review of BAS’ for managed investment funds.
• Preparation and review of general and special purpose accounts for retail and wholesale managed investment funds.
• Liaising with external audit parties to answer audit queries.
• Emphasis on client relationship management.
• Problem solving and implementing practical solutions.
• Ongoing monitoring and improvement of risk and compliance controls.
• Training, mentoring, and providing feedback to junior staff members and makers.
Experience & Personal Attributes
• Ability to understand local market and coordinate with clients, external service providers and internal departments
• CA/ CPA qualifications
• Experience in releasing NAV
• 3-5 years previous experience in an accounting role – fund accounting experience is preferable.
• All round grasp of accounting standards and taxation affecting the managed funds industry.
• Should have an in-depth understanding of accounting principles and their corresponding journals
• Excellent problem-solving skills and can demonstrate the ability to use previous industry experience to troubleshoot and implement practical solutions.
• Able to implement and complete project work both within teams and autonomously.
• Ability to research and analyse legislative requirements and changes, update policy documents, checklists, templates, and procedures.
• Ability to research ad-hoc issues and provide solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills (e.g., liaison with clients, external service providers and internal departments).
• Highly motivated, demonstrates initiative and can easily multi-task.
• High attention to detail is a necessity.
• Hands on approach to all tasks, eager to take full responsibility and ownership of assigned tasks.
• Willing to assist and prepare work for other senior staff and review work of junior staff.
• CA/CPA qualified.
• Willingness to work in 4:30 am shift and as per Australia market requirements.
• Competent in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software quickly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Fund Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Mumbai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
