Finance & Operations Specialist

M Capital Management (MCM) is a Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) licensed Venture Capital Fund Manager with a VCC (Variable Capital Corp) umbrella structure managing distinct funds under the brand of M Venture Partners (www.m-venturepartners.com).

The firm is currently hiring a Finance & Operations Specialist to join the Singapore based team. This position is a great opportunity to gain a broad range of experience within a growing venture capital firm. Responsibilities will revolve around fund accounting, fund administration, compliance reporting, financial and office management. MCM is seeking a like-minded professional who is keen to establish a long-term relationship with a rapidly expanding regional venture capital franchise. 

Responsibilities

• Reviewing the funds’ NAV calculations and year-end financial statements prepared by the fund administrator company (outsourced)

• Prepare IRR, MoIC, share/price-per-share calculations and the like on a regular and and ad hoc basis at both Fund level and at individual portfolio company level

• Manage all finance functions related to the Fund Manager and Fund and any of its related entities or affiliates as they arise (e.g., subsequent funds), including handling all bank account transactions and reconciliations

• Preparing financial statements for tax filing purposes for Singapore, USA, and any future jurisdictions (in coordination with Accounting service providers)

• Coordinate and drive investor activities, including on-boarding, capital calls, distributions as well as the issuance of shareholder statements

• Assist with answering enquiries from fund administrators, accountants, auditors, regulators, independent asset appraisers, and more importantly, the Fund investors (LPs). Ensure  on-going  coordination  and  thought  leadership  across  all  outsourced fund and fund manager service providers

• Ensuring the Manager and Funds are working within the MAS compliance and anti-money laundering guidelines as well as executing against requests from MAS (compliance matters, surveys, etc.)

• From  time-to-time  support  the  Investment  Team  on  potential  investments  or  portfolio company  monitoring  as  and  when  the  need  arises  (including  that  in  subsequent  funds, for pro-rata subscription rights, divestments etc.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of corporate and/or fund accounting experience in the alternative investment industry

• Some audit experience will be ideal

• Graduated with bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

• Chartered Accountancy qualification such as CA or CPA is a plus

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, proactive, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated proficiency with Google Docs Editors suite, i.e. Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides

• Passionate about the start-up scene and venture capital investments

Key competencies

• Results-oriented with high prioritization skills, ability to handle multiple tasks and deliver projects in a timely fashion

• Must use discretion working with confidential and sensitive information regarding the company, executive management, and investors

• Highly collaborative with excellent communication (written and verbal)

• Ability to work well in a team structure yet demonstrate independence with tasks assigned

What’s in it for you 

• Insight – You’ll get to work with a firm that’s investing in early stage tech startups in Southeast Asia and India & sit-in on weekly meetings where we discuss exciting investment opportunities 

• Financial reward - MVP offers a competitive market compensation package (circa SGD 6,000–8,000 per month) and aims to grow in a substantial step-function, rewarding team members accordingly.

• Health - You will be covered under the company’s medical insurance plan and get to enjoy team fitness programs

• Culture - We’re a small team and enjoy hanging out with each other over team lunches, occasional outings and more 

• Environment - Our office is on the first floor of a beautiful shophouse located in Telok Ayer