Assistant Manager, Accounting

Capital Markets Cape Town, South Africa Johannesburg, South Africa


Description

Role summary:

We are seeking an Assistant Manager, reporting 
​ to a Manager within the Alternative Asset Services Division of Apex, to have responsibility for the administration and overseeing the accounting of a client portfolio. ​Also, including the development and mentoring of the more junior team members and​ providing the highest quality of customer service. Working closely with the lead relationship​ manager and Director to provide quality and efficient services to all customers within the portfolio. 

Key responsibilities:
  • Be responsible for managing a client portfolio including all aspects of administration & overseeing the accounting aspects;​
  • Supervise and mentor a number of junior staff members, some of whom would typically be studying towards professional qualifications;​
  • Working with the Manager and Director to ensure the planning, coordination and completion of NAVs;​\
  • Management Reporting and Statutory Reporting of corporate entities to ensure the team complies with all of its accounting and regulatory obligations and requirements including listing requirements and client reporting;​
  • Preparation and implementation of entity customer specific procedures in relation to the administration and reporting requirements;​
  • Act as point of contact with auditors in respect of the planning and coordination of audits and assisting with and running audits for clients;​
  • Ensuring reporting complies with entity and statutory requirements including local law, relevant GAAP or IFRS and other reporting principals and
  • Ensure that client responsibilities are managed effectively and 
  • Ensure that client responsibilities are managed effectively.
Skills / experience:
  • Professional qualification – CA(S) or equivalent;
  • Minimum one year post articles experience;
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the fund industry;
  • Excellent communication and organisation skills;
  • Legal and regulatory requirements for example Anti-Money Laundering laws etc.​
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills;​
  • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;​
  • Ability to prioritise work and meet strict deadlines;​
  • Motivated and driven;​
  • Fund related accounting experience will be an advantage;​
  • Private Debt, Capital Markets, Real Assets or Private Equity knowledge will be a distinct advantage.​