Executive - AIF Fund Accounting

Job Description

Role & responsibilities 1. Fund Accounting & Reporting: o Prepare and maintain accurate financial records for Fund clients, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. o Reconcile fund accounts, including investor contributions, distributions, expenses and fees. o Assist in the preparation of periodic financial statements and investor reports in compliance with regulatory and client-specific requirements. o Maintaining books of accounts (bookkeeping) for the scheme, including passing all related accounting entries (in software) to calculate NAV. o Closely work on NAV (At Cost or at FMV) calculation for the scheme at fund & investor level. 2. Regulatory Compliance: o Maintaining Investor database and working on KYC and associated compliances including capital call and reporting. o Back oAice financial paperwork to support the investment teams of the client. o Ensure compliance with SEBI AIF / PE regulations, tax laws, and other to applicable guidelines/circulars. o Assist in the preparation of regulatory filings and liaise with auditors and regulators as needed. 3. Client Servicing: o Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries related to fund accounting, reporting, and compliance. o Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering high-quality service and insights. 4. Team Collaboration: o Work closely with senior team members to support complex fund structures and transactions. o Assist in training and mentoring junior team members as required. Preferred candidate profile Education: Chartered Accountant or at least Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, (B.com) or a related field. MBA or CS would be an added advantage. • Experience: 2-3 years of experience in fund accounting, preferably with AIFs, private equity, or hedge funds. • Technical Skills: o Proficiency in accounting software and tools such as Tally, Zoho & Quick books. o Strong knowledge of Indian GAAP IND AS and AIF o Advanced Excel skills: experience with automation tools is a plus. • Soft Skills: o Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. o Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and internal teams eAectively. o High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.