Senior Investment Accountant

SUMMARY:
Join a respected investment-focused organisation where you will play a pivotal role in the accounting, reporting, and administration of investment entities and related structures. This position offers broad exposure to fund accounting, investment reporting, financial controls, regulatory compliance, and transaction support within a dynamic and sophisticated environment.
This opportunity is ideally suited to a technically strong finance professional who has a passion for investments, fund structures, and financial analysis, and who is looking to further develop their expertise within a high-performing team.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Manage the month-end close process and ensure the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, and board reporting packs Maintain accurate accounting records for investment entities and associated structures Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements and support external audit processes Ensure compliance with IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements Perform fund accounting activities, including the processing and reconciliation of investment transactions Calculate and review Net Asset Values (NAVs) and other key fund performance metrics Reconcile investment portfolios, bank accounts, and cash positions Support investment reporting and analysis across various investment vehicles Monitor cash flow requirements, treasury activities, and liquidity forecasts Manage VAT, taxation, and statutory compliance obligations Maintain and strengthen financial controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes Liaise with auditors, regulators, advisors, and other key stakeholders Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Support transaction execution through financial analysis, due diligence, and accounting assessments Drive process improvements, reporting enhancements, and automation initiatives to improve efficiency and accuracy Skills & Experience: Minimum of 5 years' experience within investment accounting, fund accounting, asset management, fund administration, or a related financial services environment Solid understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles Experience working with investment portfolios, fund structures, and complex reconciliations Exposure to NAV calculations and investor reporting will be advantageous Experience within private equity, alternative investments, investment holding companies, or similar structures is highly desirable Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modelling capabilities Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Experience working with accounting systems and investment reporting platforms Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines Qualification: BCom Accounting or equivalent degree Honours degree advantageous. Completed audit articles CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA, or a similar recognised professional qualification Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered. Connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Financial recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Finance jobs, Accountant jobs, Financial Manager vacancies and Management Accountant vacancies. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database and we will connect with you with any other suitable roles or positions.