Senior Fund Accountant - Closed Ended

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Key Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, and manage daily workflows of all client deliverables within the team.

Review, prepare, and reconcile NAVs for AIF Category II funds on a daily, monthly, and quarterly basis.

Finalize month-end NAVs and provide investor-level allocation reports; proficient in performance fee calculations, series, and equalization accounting.

Ensure smooth execution of all service delivery activities including journal entries, management fee calculations, investment valuations, financial/investor reporting, and ad hoc reporting.

Review and analyze portfolio pricing in line with IFSCA/SEBI guidelines, addressing pricing exceptions where applicable.

Accrue/amortize daily or monthly non-security related fee accruals including management fees and financing accruals.

Communicate effectively with clients regarding daily reporting of estimates, NAVs, and query resolutions.

Book and review capital activities of the fund.

Ensure compliance with IFSCA/SEBI guidelines for close-ended funds.

Meet all SLAs for daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly activities.

Create and maintain checklists to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of processes.

Support preparation, review, and completion of regulatory requirements per IFSCA guidelines.

Assist in audits and preparation of financial statements for funds.

Contribute to operational projects including automation, work migrations, and conversions.

Lead and manage team performance, appraisals, and professional development.

Skills & Qualifications

Strong experience and knowledge in Alternative Investment Funds (Category II) and GIFT funds.

Expertise in valuation of multiple asset classes including equity, derivatives, debt, bonds, debentures, and unlisted securities as per SEBI/IFSCA guidelines.

Solid understanding of performance fee and management fee calculations, equalization, and waterfall model accounting.

Educational background: M.Com, CA, MBA (Finance), or CFA.

Familiarity with fund accounting systems such as Efront, Allvue, or Paxus (preferred).

Experience in general ledger accounting with demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and analytical skills.

Proficiency in advanced Excel functions.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with direct client interaction experience.

Ability to work extended hours when required.

Strong leadership skills with a focus on team management, performance appraisal, and people development.

Disclaimer : Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.