Senior Fund Accountant - Hedge Funds

Apex Group

Cape Town, South Africa
On-site
Prepare weekly and monthly portfolio valuations
Maintain accounting records for assigned funds
Reconcile brokerage and custodian accounts
Apex Group is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant in Cape Town, South Africa, responsible for preparing accurate portfolio valuations and managing the accounting records for multiple investment portfolios, primarily in the hedge fund sector. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a commerce degree, and at least 18 months of relevant accounting experience

Job Summary

  • The Senior Fund Accountant role involves preparations of accurate portfolio valuations on a timely basis.
  • You will typically be responsible for the accounting of a number of portfolios.
  • Apex Group will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

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Apex Group is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant in Cape Town, South Africa, responsible for preparing accurate portfolio valuations and managing the accounting records for multiple investment portfolios, primarily in the hedge fund sector. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a commerce degree, and at least 18 months of relevant accounting experience.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Prepare weekly and monthly portfolio valuations
  • Maintain accounting records for assigned funds
  • Reconcile brokerage and custodian accounts
  • Hedge fund industry knowledge
  • Proficient in MS Excel

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • Structured and detail oriented
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Key Requirements

  • At least eighteen months accounting experience
  • Commerce degree or diploma with at least Financial Accounting 2

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