Senior Fund Accountant - Asset Manager

A leading Asset Manager is seeking an experienced Fund Accountant with strong distribution and tax calculations experience to join their small team.

A newly created role due to growth within the fund operations team with initial primary focus on Property Funds. The Fund Accountant will be responsible for the day-to-day management of fund accounting functions and support to the fund operations team. The role will involve liaising with auditors, Trustees, administrators, and other external parties and ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Review of unit pricing/Net Asset Value calculation. 
• Preparation/review of distribution, BAS and Tax Returns.
• Review of internally prepared accounts.
• Preparation of semi-annual board materials, investor reports and other communications.
• Preparation/review of financial statements and other funds reporting.
• Assist with cash flow and distribution forecasting of funds.
• Preparation/Review of bank loan compliance reports.
• Maintenance of assets register and depreciation schedules.

Key Requirements: 

• Solid experience in calculation of Fund distribution and unit pricing/NAV.
• Strong communication and systems skills, with high proficiency in Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organisation skills, results oriented, flexible and have initiative to improve current processes.
• Property fund administration background is a plus. 

Qualification and Skills:

CA/CPA qualified with at least 3-5 years fund accounting experience from a funds management or custody/fund administration