Accountant (Investment & Funds)

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Deputy Director, Finance, you will assist in the management of the accounts and its related Funds, which include the reviewing of financial policies and procedures, variance analysis and management reporting. You will also assist the Deputy Director, Finance in the management of investments portfolios.

Details of responsibilities include:

• Prepare financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis
• Ensure timely, accurate month-end closing and financial reporting to Management
• Review financial procedures and policies to identify process improvements while balancing the need for proper governance and internal controls.
• Review and monitor Cash Flows
• Provide support by liaising with colleagues from other departments on all aspects of finance
• Manage the financial and management report of the investment portfolios
• Keep track of the various investments’ portfolios held by the various Funds
• Work with Fund Managers to support all aspects of financial transactions leading to investment
• Prepare monthly investment analysis for reporting to management and Investment Committee
• Prepare investment proposals and reports for presentation to Investment Committee
• Provide secretariat support to Investment Committee Meetings
• Liaise with external and internal auditors on all financial matters
• Supervise the finance staff
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned by the Director, Finance

Requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy or its equivalent and preferably a Chartered Accountant
• At least 3 years of working experience in a similar role.
• Good knowledge of financial instruments and good understanding of investment strategies will be an advantage
• Competent knowledge of Financial Reporting Standards and other finance / statutory requirements
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Strong in analytical skills and able to communicate effectively
• Able to work with management and staff of all levels
• Committed, diligent and meticulous
• Able to multi-task and work under pressure