Who we are looking for:

Reporting to the Senior Associate, the Associate 2 Fund Accountant will be responsible for assisting with the completion of accurate and timely reconciliations integral to the completion of the Net Asset Value (NAV) of a fund. This involves adherence to strict deadlines while supervising and contributing to the development of the team.

Why this role is important to us:

The team you will be joining is a part of International Fund Services (IFS), acquired by State Street in July 2002. IFS, also known as Alternative Investment Solutions is a recognized industry-leading provider of fund accounting, fund administration and risk services to hedge funds and private equity funds. These services are fully integrated to provide complete end-to-end solutions that span the front-, middle- and back-office requirements of institutional investors.

Join us if making your mark in the alternative investment industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for:

As Fund Accountant Associate 2 you will:

•              Assisting with the accurate and timely production of the Net Asset Value

•              Ensuring all positions are priced correctly

•              Verifying that corporate actions have been processed accurately

•              Processing and reviewing fund capital activity

•              Performing and assisting review of cash and position reconciliations of listed and derivative products

•              Supervising investigation and resolution of all reconciling cash and position items

•              Coordinating with other departments on miscellaneous fund queries and reconciliations

•              Processing and reviewing of various accounting transactions

•              Assisting with training and development of staff

What we value:

This position offers the successful candidate the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of complex hedge fund structures operating in a dynamic, deadline sensitive environment. The candidate will contribute to the development of the team, on the job staff training, liaising with external parties and enhancing client satisfaction.     

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

•              Degree in Business, Accounting or related field.

•              Approx 2 years related experience in a fund accounting environment, including knowledge of cash and position reconciliation in funds (hedge or mutual)

•              Knowledge of financial products such as equities, futures, fixed income, options, etc

•              Knowledge of corporate actions will be an advantage

•              Excellent attention to detail

•              Strong numerical / analytical skills

•              Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

•              Highly computer literate

•              Excellent communication skills

•              Organised and Deadline-driven

•              Good team player, with supervisory experience a distinct advantage

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