Senior Fund Accountant - Hedge Funds

Senior Fund Accountant - Hedge Funds

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in

and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

With over 13,000 employees in offices worldwide, we aim to empower and enable high-impact professionals to deliver exceptional client service.

Summary

The Senior Fund Accountant role involves preparing accurate portfolio valuations on a timely basis.

You will typically be responsible for the accounting of a number of portfolios, maintaining the underlying accounting records for assigned funds (including domestic offshore, hedge funds, partnerships, etc.) and assisting with reviews, deputizing as supervisor as needed.

The seasoned incumbent will maintain approximately 5-7 portfolios.

Job Specifications

Prepare weekly and monthly portfolio valuations

Maintain the underlying accounting records for assigned funds

Liaise with fund managers, brokers and custodians to communicate information and resolve issues in a timely manner

Reconcile brokerage and custodian accounts to underlying records

Conform to standard operating procedures

Establish excellent client relationships and provide a quality service at all times

Assist external auditors to ensure the audit function is executed on a timely and efficient basis

Perform any additional responsibilities required by the supervisor

Responsible for fund accounting

Pricing and security position and price review

Manual Excel NAV file verification roll forward

Cash and interest reconciliation

Reporting

Skills Required

Commerce degree or diploma with at least financial accounting 2

At least eighteen months of accounting experience

Proficient in MS Excel

Hedge fund industry knowledge

Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

Structured and detail oriented

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries

Accounting

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