We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Fund Accountant to join on a 6-month contract. This is a critical role responsible for delivering accurate and timely reporting to clients, ensuring smooth fund operations, and supporting the business through a high-volume, high-stakes period.
The successful candidate will manage all aspects of fund accounting, reconciliations, NAV reviews, reporting, and audits — while ensuring strong compliance, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Fund Accounting & Reporting
- Provide daily accounting services for assigned funds, including transaction processing and NAV reviews.
- Perform month-end reconciliations and account closings.
- Monitor and manage fund cash flows, expenses, and accruals.
- Prepare routine and ad-hoc financial statements and management reports.
- Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies; implement corrective actions.
- Support annual audits, liaising directly with auditors and preparing required financial statements.
Budget & Cost Management
- Monitor fund budgets, spending, and cost allocations.
- Provide advice on cost control, profitability improvement, and efficiency measures.
- Compile and present financial and budget reports to enable sound decision-making.
Governance, Compliance & Risk
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies, fund operating guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare accurate statutory and regulatory reports (IFRS and other applicable standards).
- Conduct financial forecasting, risk analysis, and controls testing.
- Ensure full cooperation during tax filings and audit activities.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide timely responses to client and partner inquiries.
- Prepare service plans and reporting calendars in line with client expectations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Postgraduate qualification in Accounting / Finance.
- Professional Qualification: CA(SA), CPA, ACCA, or CFA strongly preferred.
- Experience: 5–7 years in fund accounting, financial management, or asset management.
- Strong technical knowledge of financial accounting, audit, tax, risk management, and financial reporting.
- Proven experience managing fund operations including NAV, WIP, reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Exposure to professional services, asset management, or financial institutions highly desirable.
Why Join?
- Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.
- Exposure to end-to-end fund operations, audits, and reporting cycles.
- Be part of a dynamic team delivering critical outcomes under tight timelines.
To Apply: Send your CV and notice period/availability to info@sapientis.co.za with subject Fund Accountant – 6 Month Contract.
- Location: Johannesburg
- Sector: Investments/Financial Services
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Level: Mid-Level (Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience required)
- Duration: 6 months