Senior Fund Accountant

About the role

Trustmoore is looking for a Senior Fund Accountant to join its Fund Services' accounting team in the Singapore office. The role covers a portfolio of predominantly hedge funds, private equity and venture capital fund structures, overseeing administrative, financial and reporting responsibilities for a growing client base. The Senior Fund Accountant is expected to develop personally and professionally and help grow the Singapore office.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a client portfolio and be the first point of contact for fund and SPV clients, lawyers and tax advisors on all financial matters
• Maintain and develop client relationships and contribute to prospect and client meetings
• Handle fund accounting and transfer agency, including NAV reports, financial statements and client and investor KYC
• Prepare GST and tax compliance filings with external advisors
• Prepare and review statutory annual financial statements (US GAAP, IFRS, SFRS)
• Manage the audit process and resolve audit queries so audits finish on time and within budget
• Manage bank accounts and execute client payments
• Keep administrative records timely and accurate
• Mentor, train and motivate junior fund accountants and share financial and accounting knowledge with global offices

Required profile

• Residing in Singapore
• Recent and at least 3-5 years of experience as a (Senior) Fund Accountant or Administrator
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Accounting or equivalent
• Fluent in English, spoken and written
• Proactive, independent, able to handle stress and prioritise; good communication and organisational skills
• Chartered Accountant accreditation or equivalent is a plus

Required skills

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP, SFRS)
• Experience with Paxus (fund accounting and administration system) preferred
• Familiarity with the local compliance framework