The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.For our business, for clients, and for youThe Role & Key Responsibilities:Ensure a high standard of delivery to clients; Train, appraise and motivate the teamTo involve in the on-boarding process of Global Apex NAV operating officesPrimary day-to-day contact with brokers/custodians and clients for the funds in the portfolioAdherence to and maintaining the Apex standard of service, policies and proceduresCash and portfolio reconciliation to bank and brokerPrepare working files and NAV calculation for fundsUpdate the fund accounting system for funds in the portfolioUse of accounting softwareEnsure trade confirmation with brokerCompletion of ad-hoc projects as required by clients or reporting line managerTimely reporting of any issues to reporting line managerBe proactive on promoting and driving efficiency initiativesRecording of all investor transactions including subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, and year-end proceduresResponsible for the training of Junior staffPreparation and review of financial statements and management accountLiaison with auditor on financial statement statutory auditBe a natural team player.To promptly report to your reporting line manager.Abide to internal control proceduresAny other duties as may be assignedOrganise and attend board meetingsProcess invoices and bank transfers for fund clients, and ensure liaison with banks for settlementsPreparation and filing of statutory returns with relevant authoritiesUnderstanding and application of AML/CFT regulations to funds in portfolio and to investor/client onboardingSkills Required:Around 3+ years of accounting working experience in Fund industry would be an advantageACCA qualified or partly qualified or any equivalent qualificationProficient in Microsoft Office applications. Experience on Fund accounting software (either Investran, Efront, Paxus or Allvue) will be an advantageExcellent time and organisational skills to work and meet agreed tight deadlinesHard worker ready to put in the extra hoursGood interpersonal communication skillsOrganised, accurate and willing to learn and take on new tasksTeam PlayerDisclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.
