Graduate Accountant, Cape Town

A trusted and rapidly growing Fund Management company with billions in assets under administration is seeking a

Fund Accountant

to join their growing team in

Cape Town . The company is known for strong partner relationships and a people‑first culture, providing exceptional services and experiences to its clients in the venture capital and private equity industry. Their comprehensive fund administration services and tailored technology solutions make them a leader in the industry.

As a Fund Accountant, you will play a crucial role in supporting fund administration and operational activities. You will have the opportunity to learn and develop your skills while working closely with experienced professionals in the industry. Your responsibilities will include acclimating to the office environment, building relationships with peers, and gaining technical knowledge of fund administration processes and systems.

Adapt to office policies and procedure

Train and collaborate with colleagues and intern

Expand professional networks within the office

Create a personal development plan with guidance from a fund controller/mentor

Acquire knowledge of venture capital and private equity industry practice

Understand the significance of limited partnership agreements (LPA) in fund administration

Familiarize yourself with fund operations, including cash/banking processes

Navigate the systems to access relevant data

Calculate capital call and distribution allocation

Monitor and reconcile capital call and distribution wire

Prepare capital call and distribution notice

Record general ledger (GL) entries and perform management fee calculation

Calculate fund performance metrics as requested

Ensure the accuracy of financial statements

Utilize software systems and Excel for client reporting and analysis

Assist with client onboarding/migration to reporting database

Assist with audit confirmations and provide documentation

Participate in financial statement footnotes and expense calculation

Requirements

BCom Accounting or Finance / Bachelor of Accounting / Honours in Accounting

Article clerks who want to enter the Fund Management space will also be taken into consideration

1-2 years of relevant accounting or fund administration experience

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries: Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals and Investment Management

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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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