Senior Fund Accountant

Job Summary:

The Senior Fund Accountant will be responsible for the Fund Administration of complex investment funds including portfolio valuation and Net Asset Value ("NAV") calculation; assisting with the preparation of financial statements; liaising with investors and investment managers as well as assisting with systems development and other ad hoc projects as required. In addition, other responsibilities will include client relationship management; new business integration and meeting the very tight reporting deadlines and demanding obligations of our clients.

Essential Functions

NAV's

Review and understand the fund's offering memorandum and verify that offering memorandum agrees to fund set up and ensure ongoing operations adhere to offering memorandum details

Liaise with investment managers, prime brokers and custodians in relation to trading activity as required for transaction processing and NAV preparation

Calculate the NAV for a portfolio of complex investment funds on a periodic basis as specified by the client and as outlined in the administration agreement, which includes, among other things:

Track all cash items whether portfolio related, capital transactions or from non-portfolio and other income and expense items

Perform three-way reconciliation of cash and assets/liabilities to the investment managers and custodians (frequency depending on trading activity of the fund

Obtain independent third-party pricing support where needed (i.e. from Bloomberg)

Review and validate the partner/shareholder allocation calculations, including management and incentive fee calculations and the allocation of feeder specific income and expenses

Calculate and send out estimated and final NAV as required

Client Relationship Management

Liaise with clients, investors, investment managers and other stakeholders as needed

Projects

Participate in special projects

Assist with system development

Reporting

Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports

Audit

Liaise with the fund’s auditors at year end and interim periods to ensure sufficient information is provided to facilitate the timely completion of controls testing and substantive work to the auditors’ satisfaction

Complete audit confirmation requests

Capital Events

Prepare allocations for fund investors

Prepare letters to be sent to the fund investors

New Business

Acquire or assist in new business conversions and reconciliation

Financial Statements

Assist in the preparation and review of fund audited financial statements

Understand fund agreements to determine impact on financial reporting

Compliance

Monitor and ensure that the AML checks are being carried out in accordance with the procedures and legislation in force. This includes compliance with performance of general administration relating to private equity funds

Respond to Investor due diligence requests

Fees

Calculate recurring fees as set out in various agreements (i.e. management & administration fee agreements)

Process fees and expenses on behalf of the clients as directed by Administration Agreement and wire funds to third party service providers such as lawyers and auditors

Quality Assurance Testing

Conduct quality assurance testing following defined practices and procedures

Conduct testing according to standards agreed upon by Harmonic and IT

Make recommendations for updates

Other Responsibilities

Other job functions as required

Performance of general administration relating to client funds

Job Qualifications

Qualifications: A university graduate with a professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, CGA, CMA or equivalent)

Experience : Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role working with complex securities and derivatives products

Knowledge : High level of expertise and technical knowledge of alternative investment products, the offshore financial services industry including system technology, portfolio valuation, accounting, share transfer and registration, prime brokerage, financing and custody

Technical Requirements

Solid working knowledge of all Windows applications with Excel to an advanced level

Basic understanding of FM3 software and/or fund accounting applications

General Skills & Abilities Required

Strong Communication Skills : Demonstrates clear verbal articulation, active listening, writing for clarity and purpose, adapting messages to diverse audiences and providing and receiving constructive feedback

Workflow and Problem-Solving Acumen : Understands standard procedures and task sequences, anticipates dependencies, and applies structured approaches to identify, analyze, and resolve operational challenges efficiently

Self-Driven Productivity : Demonstrates intrinsic motivation and perseverance, managing workloads independently while maintaining consistent quality and meeting objectives without external prompting

Meticulous Attention to Detail : Maintains vigilance for accuracy, spotting inconsistencies or errors in tasks, documentation, and communications, ensuring outputs are precise and reliable

Relationship and Client Orientation : Builds and sustains professional connections, interprets stakeholder expectations, and responds with empathy, respect, and service-minded adaptability

Time Management and Prioritization Skills : Allocates attention and resources effectively, balancing multiple responsibilities, adjusting plans proactively, and meeting deadlines under dynamic conditions

Interpersonal and Sociable Engagement : Navigates people-facing environments with confidence, fostering inclusive collaboration, empathetic communication, and positive rapport with colleagues and clients alike

Adaptability and Flexibility : Quickly adjusts to changes in workflows, client needs, or organizational priorities while maintaining performance, resilience, and solution-oriented focus

Critical Thinking and Decision-Making Capacity : Evaluates situations methodically, considers alternative strategies, and implements practical solutions that balance organizational goals and operational constraints

Terms

Full-Time on-site role

Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience