Assistant Fund Accountant

The Maples Group (Financial Services) • Full Time • Hong Kong, China • 5d ago

Position: Assistant Fund Accountant – Private Equity Funds

Location: Hong Kong

About Us 

The Maples Group is a global leader in financial services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms, and international corporations. Our side-by-side financial and legal teams consistently deliver award-winning services to a global client base, offering unrivalled learning and career opportunities to our 2,500 colleagues worldwide. 

What is it like to work here?

We are driven to excel, and collaboration is key to our continued success. We can go further for our clients because we go further for each other too. Our inclusive culture creates an environment where people can be themselves at work while doing their best work. No matter where you work in the Maples Group, you will be part of a global team.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Vice President, the Assistant Fund Accountant provides administrative services to a portfolio of client companies.

Your primary responsibilities include:

Fund Accounting Work

Assisting the Fund Accountant (FA), Senior Fund Accountant (SFA), AVP, VP or SVP with the setting up of new funds and on-going matters in a timely manner;
Assisting the FA, SFA, AVP, VP or SVP with the obtaining of necessary compliance information for approval;
Assisting the FA, SFA, AVP, VP or SVP to ensure the proprietary database is completed with accurate data by the take-on point of the client;
Updating the database as relevant events occur (change in directors, change in service providers);
Monitor and reconcile the fund investment transactions and reconcile Investment positions on a regular basis.
Develop a basic understanding of your Fund’s Limited Partnership Agreement and the operational structure of your clients.
Acquire and develop a mastery of the systems used for client and internal reporting.
Liaise with auditors and coordinate with clients to ensure the smooth completion of the year-end audit.
Coordinate with various teams within the Maples organization to ensure client queries and deliverables are completed in a timely manner.
Acquire an understanding and application of The Maples Group’s relevant organizational controls and operational procedures.
Assisting managers in compiling ad hoc reports and operational metrics as required by management.
Assisting with raising and sending invoices to clients in a timely manner and in accordance with administration agreements

Training and Development

Demonstrating a commitment to acquiring new capabilities, constantly striving to improve performance;
Proactively seeking out and taking advantage of training and development opportunities
Developing a continuous learning plan with the consent of the VP and SVP

Risk Management

Acting in accordance with legal, regulatory and internal risk management requirements, including complying with all MFS policies and procedures and internal guidance notes
Reporting business issues to the SFA, FAS, AVP, VP or SVP

What You Bring

In addition to a commitment to delivering superior candidate and stakeholder experiences:

Degree Holder in Accounting, Finance or Economics;
Good English communication skills and be able to speak Cantonese. Mandarin will be a plus.
Relevant working experience in fund accounting is an advantage, though it is not essential. Candidates with working experience in general accounting will also be considered.
A team player with positive attitude to face clients and offer work-related assistance to clients and colleagues.
Ability to handle work/client deliverables with tight deadlines.

Benefits & Rewards

The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships. The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical)
Competitive vacation packages
Educational assistance and professional development programmes
Savings or pension plan
Life insurance
Travel insurance
Global mental wellness programme
Sports clubs and social events

You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website. Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn.

Disclaimer: All personal information collected during the application process will be used for recruitment-related purposes only. Please refer to our Job Applicant Privacy Notice at maples.com/privacy for details on how we handle personal information relating to job applicants.

“Please note that it is the Maples Group standard policy to undertake various background screening checks on all applicants to whom a conditional job offer is made. Except for roles based in the Republic of Ireland, the background checks will include criminal records checks when a conditional job offer is made. If you have a criminal record, it does not mean that your job offer will be automatically withdrawn. The Maples Group will make all job offer decisions on a case-by-case basis and will take a number of factors into account, such as the role that you are applying for and the nature and circumstances of the past offence. You will have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before a decision is made. Further details will be provided at the time any conditional job offer is made.”

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