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Fund Accountant
Our client is one of the leading fund administrators in Singapore, known for delivering high-touch service across private equity, venture capital, hedge fund, and fund-of-funds structures. Based in their Singapore office, you’ll step into a hands-on role where your contributions are visible, your voice is heard, and you’re surrounded by a team that values trust, collaboration, and shared success. It’s a culture where high standards and strong relationships go hand in hand — whether it’s meeting client deadlines or catching up over a team lunch.
Role Overview
As a Fund Accountant, you will be a key part of the Fund Services team, overseeing a portfolio of fund and SPV clients. You’ll manage end-to-end accounting, investor servicing, and transfer agency tasks, working closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure smooth operations and accurate reporting. You’ll also contribute to enhancing our client-centric service model and supporting the continued growth of the Singapore office.
Key Responsibilities
Fund Accounting & Administration
- Manage day-to-day fund accounting functions, including transaction bookings, corporate actions, security pricing, reconciliations, and fee calculations.
- Prepare and review monthly/quarterly/annual NAV packages, including trial balances, financial statements, investment reports, and supporting schedules.
- Draft and review financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, IFRS, SFRS, or RAP 7, including appropriate disclosures.
- Coordinate with auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion of audits.
- Liaise with clients to resolve accounting queries and support fund lifecycle events.
- Collaborate with tax advisors to prepare GST and other tax compliance filings.
- Execute client payments and maintain proper administrative and financial records.
- Maintain internal documentation and procedures to ensure operational consistency and risk control.
Transfer Agency & Investor Services
- Maintain investor registers and manage capital activities including commitments, subscriptions, drawdowns, redemptions, distributions, conversions, and share transfers.
- Conduct AML/KYC checks and review investor documentation for compliance.
- Support FATCA/CRS and K1 reporting requirements.
- Manage investor onboarding processes and coordinate with legal, compliance, and fund operations teams to ensure smooth fund setup in line with governing documents (LPA, PPM, etc).
Client Relationship Management
- Act as a main point of contact for a portfolio of hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, and SPVs.
- Attend client meetings, coordinate with legal, tax, and banking counterparts, and ensure responsive, high-quality service.
- Track deliverables to meet service standards and manage internal workflows to support client timelines.
Operational Support
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of administrative and financial records.
- Assist with regulatory reporting and other business support tasks as needed.
- Help maintain internal procedural manuals and controls to support operational risk management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in fund accounting, ideally within private equity, venture capital, or other alternative funds.
- Familiarity with fund structures, SPVs, and investor workflows.
- Proficiency with fund accounting systems (e.g., Investran preferred).
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards (US GAAP, IFRS, SFRS) and tax compliance practices.
- Client-focused with excellent communication and relationship management skills.
- Able to manage competing deadlines, with a strong sense of ownership and attention to detail.
- Team player with strong communication, time management, and organisational skills.
- Chartered Accountant or equivalent accreditation is a plus.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.