Senior Fund Accountant - USD 2 billion AUM
Our client is a growing buy-side investment management platform focused on alternative investments. Due to business expansion, they are seeking a Finance Manager to strengthen their finance function and support the firm's continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily finance and accounting operations for investment funds and management companies.
- Review NAV calculations, fund accounting reports, and investor reporting prepared by fund administrators.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with HKFRS/IFRS.
- Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, fund administrators, custodians, and regulatory bodies.
- Monitor fund expenses, management fees, performance fees, and investment transactions.
- Support regulatory and compliance-related financial reporting requirements.
- Prepare management reports and financial analysis for senior management.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic planning.
- Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with accounting policies.
- Participate in process enhancement initiatives and system implementation projects.
- Support fundraising activities, investor due diligence, and ad-hoc projects as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Professional accounting qualification (HKICPA, CPA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent).
- 8-12 years of relevant experience with a strong focus on fund accounting and fund finance.
- Currently working as a Finance Manager, Assistant Finance Manager, Fund Accounting Manager, Assistant Vice President (Fund Accounting), or Senior Fund Accountant.
- Hands-on experience with fund accounting, NAV review, financial reporting, fund audits, and oversight of third-party fund administrators.
- Experience gained from asset managers, hedge funds, private equity firms, family offices, or leading fund administrators (e.g., Citco, SS&C, Apex, Alter Domus, IQ-EQ, Maples).
- Strong understanding of investment products, fund structures, investor reporting, capital activities, and alternative investments.
- Proficient in IFRS/HKFRS and financial reporting standards.
- Fluent in English and Mandarin.
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