Senior Fund Accountant - Real Estate

Job Description

• Taking an active part in the initial setup of any new funds take-on and liaising with independent tax specialists, lawyers, and notaries as part of the set up process
• Taking care of the day-to-day operations of the funds and following up with third parties, including investors and fund managers
• Handling the fund accounts and preparation of periodic reports and regulatory reports for the fund entities
• Preparing the funds periodic Net Asset Value calculation and year-end financial statements, management of the audit, and reviewing other fund related reports
• Reviewing tax returns and tax balances and maintaining relevant contacts with the tax authorities
• Accurately record all time spent dealing with client matters to ensure the clients are correctly invoiced
• Pro-actively take on additional responsibilities and administrational tasks as required by your managers or clients

Your Profile

• You are degree level educated in a relevant area such Finance, Accounting or Economics
• 5-9 years of existing relevant experience in the fields of fund administration, audit or fiduciary services
• You may have some existing relevant experience in the fields of fund administration, audit or fiduciary services
• You have knowledge of fund industry, valuation, and accounting
• A basic knowledge in accounting for investment products, experience of closed ended funds in the real estate private equity or debt space will be considered as an asset
• You have necessary understanding of securities commonly encountered in the fund industry, including equities, bonds, contract for difference, options, and futures, and the ability to account for these securities
• You possess team spirit, a capacity to build strong client relationships and take initiative to act without waiting for direction (when appropriate)