Fund Accountant
Anonymous
Category
Accounting/Finance
Qualification
Bachelor
Experience
Proficient (5-8 years)
Job Type
Onsite
Location
Lagos
Posted On
20 days ago
Deadline
No deadline provided
Job Summary
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
A leading player in the financial services industry is looking to hire an experienced and detail-oriented Fund Accountant to join its Finance team.
This role is ideal for professionals with strong experience in asset management, fund accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare reports on yields, NAVs, and fund distributions
• Perform daily accounting operations for assigned funds
• Handle month-end reconciliations and account closings
• Support annual audits, tax filings, and compliance reporting
• Monitor fund cashflows and expenses
• Generate financial statements and management reports
• Analyze accounting discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• Drive process improvements for enhanced financial performance
Key Requirements:
✔ Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
✔ ACA or ACCA qualification is mandatory
✔ Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Fund Accounting or similar role
✔ Experience within Asset Management, Securities, Advisory, or Trustees business
✔ Strong knowledge of financial regulations and risk management
✔ Advanced Microsoft Excel and analytical skills
Qualified candidates should send their CV to executivesearch@workforcegroup.com with “Fund Accountant” as the subject of the email.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.