Description:
Role Overview:
The Senior Fund Accountant provides both operational and programmatic support to the Fund Accounting team. The incumbent will provide technical support and training to the Fund Accountant/s. They will report to the Fund Accounting Manager and assist on all operational matters as they relate to the management of the Fund Accounting portfolio.
Areas of Responsibilities Key Activities:
Banking
Review and set-up of users online banking access. Checking and approving payments. Check that bank statements are updated and bank reconciliations done accurately and on time. Cashflow management of funds and forecasting of cash requirements in line with the funds policy/ies. Oversee and enhance the relationship with the fund/s bankers.Accounts
Oversee and manage existing system controls and introduce new enhancements to streamline workflow and mitigate risk factors. Preparing and maintaining standard operating procedures. Development, implementation and management of effective financial controls. Preparation of fund accounts in line with the fund/s accounting policies and implementation of any changes. Ensure adherence to the Service Level Agreement (SLA) of the fund/s. Checking all monthly reconciliations (Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable). Preparation and review of monthly working papers reating to ledger accounts (GL). Ensuring that all systems in the department are in a working condition.Investments
Liaising with fund managers, brokers, and custodians to communicate information and resolve issues on a timely basis. Monitor and control investment / disinvestment with the respective Investment Managers. Ensure accurate loading of daily unit prices. Ensuring Investments are balanced accurately (ALM).Audit
Planning and coordination of the audits to ensure the audit function is executed on a timely and efficient basis. Checking of audit files and working papers for submission to the Fund Accounting Manager. Preparation of the annual financial statements. Providing responses on audit requirements ensuring all audit issues are resolved, and all compliance issues are met. Implementing recommendations from the auditors. Electronic submission of financial statements to the FSCA.Valuation
Preparation of member data pertaing to the the valuation of the fund/s. Liaising with the actuary for the timeous valuation of the fund/s. Implementing recommendations from the valuator.Legislative
Provide oversight and pl...Additional Info:
5 to 10 years
Salary: RNegotiable
Job Reference #: 3470934011
18 Sep 2023;
from:
gumtree.co.za