Senior Fund Accountant - Hedge Funds
The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers. With over 13,000 employees in 112 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 2At least eighteen months of accounting experienceProficient in MS ExcelHedge fund industry knowledgeExcellent interpersonal and teamwork skillsStructured and detail orientedExcellent customer service and communication skillsAbility to prioritize work and meet strict deadlinesStrong analytical and problem‑solving skillsSeniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industries
Accounting
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