JM Financial/Fund Accounting/Mumbai

Job Description:

Job Title: Fund Accounting Manager

Job Summary

The Fund Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the accounting, valuation, and financial reporting of investment funds. This role ensures accurate NAV calculations, compliance with regulatory standards, and timely financial statements while managing a team of fund accountants and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily, monthly, and annual Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations

• Ensure accurate fund accounting for mutual funds, hedge funds, PE, and alternative investment vehicles

• Review and approve financial statements, investor reports, and capital account statements

• Ensure compliance with GAAP / IFRS, regulatory requirements, and fund documentation

• Manage period-end close, reconciliations, and variance analysis

• Coordinate with custodians, auditors, administrators, and investment managers

• Monitor fund expenses, accruals, income, and corporate actions

• Lead and mentor a team of fund accountants

• Support audits, regulatory filings, and due diligence requests

• Implement process improvements and automation to enhance accuracy and efficiency

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of fund accounting principles and NAV calculations

• Expertise in GAAP / IFRS and regulatory reporting

• Experience with investment instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives, alternatives)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities

• Team leadership and people management skills

• Proficiency in fund accounting systems (e.g., Geneva, Investran, Yardi, Advent, Multifonds)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce

• Professional qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, or CFA (preferred)

• 6–10 years of experience in fund accounting or asset management operations

• Prior experience in a supervisory or managerial role

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of NAV delivery

• Audit and regulatory compliance metrics

• Reduction in reconciliation breaks

• Team productivity and quality metrics