Fund ControllerSnatch.work • Cape Town, ZA
Fund Controller
Snatch.work • Cape Town, ZA
23 days ago
Job descriptionThis is a senior and highly autonomous financial professional role responsible for the end-to-end accounting, reporting, and operational management of client investment funds. The Fund Controller is expected to act as a dedicated mentor to junior staff while maintaining proficiency in all technical and operational processes. Success in this position relies on strong leadership, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to meeting all internal and client deadlines. Manage the comprehensive financial reporting cycle, including the preparation and review of General Ledger (GL) entries (e.g., cash activity, accruals, valuations). Review and prepare detailed financial statement workbooks and full financial statements. Calculate and review complex fund metrics, including Internal Rates of Return (IRR) and other relevant fund performance metrics. Prepare and review management fee calculations. Maintain proficiency in relevant GL and investor reporting software and utilise advanced Excel skills for financial analysis. Serve as a key contact during external audits, assisting with Prepared By Client (PBC) lists and providing necessary documentation. Prepare and review audit confirmations. Support the preparation and review of audit documentation, including financial statement footnotes and related calculations (e.g., financial highlights). Assist with inquiries and requests from external auditors. Support tax compliance efforts by understanding and reviewing core investment fund tax forms (e.g., Forms 1099, Form 1065, and Schedule K-1). Oversee all capital movements, including the preparation and review of capital call and distribution notices. Calculate and review allocations related to capital calls and distributions. Track the receipt of capital calls and reconcile distribution wires. Prepare and review bank wires for individual expenses, distributions, and portfolio companies. Ensure full compliance with client-specific wire policies and deadlines. Manage client deliverables and timelines and ensure documents are saved and organised properly. Lead and manage engagement teams to ensure client deliverables are consistently met and act as a dedicated mentor and trainer for junior staff on technical processes, industry knowledge, and software utilisation. Qualified CA (SA) 1 - 4 years of post-article experience Proven ability to manage and lead teams. Demonstrated ability to meet all internal and client deadlines. Strong understanding of the venture capital / private equity industry. Proficiency in financial software (GL / investor reporting) and Excel. Experience or capacity to train and mentor junior staff on technical skills and industry concepts. Accounting / Financial Services jobs
Job title : Fund Controller
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : December 10, 2025
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