PURPOSE OF JOB<\/p>\n
\tBeing responsible for producing financial statements, NAV Valuations and management accounts for an allocated portfolio of clients within the Fund Accounting team in accordance with the most relevant accounting standards and client driven requirements. Provides support to the Team Manager in managing the team resources (has direct reports), allocating tasks, reviewing payments as an authorised \u2018\u2019A\u2019\u2019 signatory and monitoring client service levels for reporting purposes.<\/p>\n
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES<\/p>\n
\tManage, monitor and supervise allocated resources (Direct reports) within the team to ensure the financial statements, management accounts and other financial related information are produced within the set deadlines (regulatory & other) and agreed service delivery levels.
\n\tAllocate tasks and resources within the team and support the Manager to manage; coach and performance manage staff members to ensure that the team is functioning as a cohesive unit and achieving all the team deadlines.
\n\tReview and monitor works performed by other staff members to ensure constructive coaching and feedback can be provided. Assist team members, provide training to new members of staff when required and promote knowledge sharing within the team to ensure the team works as a cohesive unit.
\n\tSchedule and organise training of the team on accounting issues and new updates to accounting standards to ensure the quality levels within the team is maintained and no errors are repeated or made going forward.
\n\tSupport any appointed 3rd party income tax consultants with financial info. Ensure timely submission and zero tolerance for missed deadlines.
\n\tLiaise with the client where appropriate to discuss financial statements\/reports, resolve any issues or discuss fees.
\n\tBilling \u2013 monitor recoverability of time spent on each task undertaken, tailoring the approach to a specific job where possible to ensure minimal write off of time and maintaining divisional KPI\u2019s. Liaison\/discussion with Client Director as to time spent (incl reasons therefore) and possible margin improvement going forward. Where applicable approve fee notes produced by assistant accounts officers. Prepare fee quotes for onward sign off by Manager.
\n\tMonitoring of service levels in accordance with SLA\u2019s and KPI\u2019s & preparation of monthly reporting and other admin team functions.
\n\tActively and continually manage, identify and report high risk areas and gaps within the allocated Clients processes to ensure the identification and escalation of risks.
\n\tTo project manage the client audit process according to an agreed timetable to ensure all parties are delivering as agreed and the manager is kept informed of any obstacles and\/or delays.
\n\tContinually build on service excellence and promote strong client relationships.
\n\tQuickly and diligently address client queries and questions ensuring resolution thereof. Ensure no queries or issues result in an error, breach (late filing\/missing a regulatory deadline) or client dissatisfaction.
\n\tEstablish relationships with new clients (for all new client mandates obtained) and maintain if not enhance the level of service. Build relationship and report with colleagues in the SA office and other jurisdictions and contribute to the overall cohesiveness of the Fund Admin business unit.
\n\tSchedule pre and post audit meetings to discuss audit planning, comments and recommendations as well as any post audit adjustments to be made to valuations to ensure the audit process is completed as per the timetable.
\n\tActively participate in ensuring all processes and procedures are properly documented and adhered to within the allocated team to ensure no account errors occur and the team has latency in place.
\n\tManage and investigate errors, complete the required JTC error reporting process and implement the required remedial action to ensure the error is not repeated.
\n\tParticipate actively in projects, specifically risk reduction and efficiency gain projects relevant to the related fund admin teams to ensure the successful implement and completion of the specific Fund Admin project actions and timelines.
\n\tTo successfully migrate new clients onto the JTC platform as part of any new mandates obtained and ensure fully operational. Onboard all new business in a timeous and effective way.
\n\tBe able to react positively to feedback and thus propose improvements to accounting process and client matters if required.
\n\tAn ability to take responsibility, prioritise, use initiative, find solutions, display assertiveness and decisiveness.
\n\tA flexible approach to work, an ability to organise self and others and enjoy a busy and challenging working environment.<\/p>\n
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n
\tSuitable accounting qualification a pre-requisite (e.g. BCom \/ BAcc \/ BTech \/ B Bus Sci or equivalent degree).
\n\tMember of a professional body such as CA (SA) \/ ACCA \/ CIMA a prerequisite.
\n\tGood accounting and investment industry product knowledge.
\n\tMinimum of 3 \u2013 5 years PQE working experience within the finance\/investment funds administration industry or related experience.
\n\tDemonstrates consolidated role-specific technical knowledge sufficient for the Assistant Manager level.
\n\tManages and prioritises portfolio of complex work independently, requiring minimal technical guidance.
\n\tIdentifies and engages (with Manager on occasion) with new business opportunities and increased efficiencies.
\n\tConfident covering line manager responsibilities in their absence, including managing team and delegating tasks.
\n\tInvolved in certain areas of the Project management of new take-ons and client migrations from start to finish (this includes working with various Project streams and departments).
\n\tOffers ongoing support to line manager with team goals.
\n\tContinually meets expectations re. goals and supports departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPI\u2019s).
\n\tDeveloping mentoring and coaching skills with less experienced colleagues.
\n\tWritten and verbal communication is clear and concise and demonstrates considerable understanding of client structure \/ departmental context.
\n\tBuilds professional, mature working relationship with clients\/ intermediaries. Manages expectations and focus on relationship building.
\n\tSound awareness of risk factors and processes connected with new\/ existing work and offers solutions.
\n\tIncreased accountability with regards to decision making e.g. signatory on correspondence.
\n\tDemonstrates commercial awareness regarding time and time recording and efficiencies on jobs.
\n\tExposure \/ experience to checking and supervising the work of others.
\n\tAbility to produce work accurately, on time and sometimes under pressure.
\n\tGood technical knowledge of jurisdictional accounting standards as well as IFRS.
\n\tAttention to detail and pro-active nature.
\n\tEnjoy working in a team.
\n\tGood knowledge of Word and Excel.
\n\tStrong systems aptitude.
\n\tStrong communicator \u2013 both written and verbal.
\n\tAble to manage own time and projects.
\n\tDisplay entrepreneurial insight and skills in culture creation.
\n\tMature, credible and comfortable in dealing with a cross section of clientele and staff.
\n\tAbility to mentor and coach.
\n\tExcellent numeracy skills.
\n\tAttention to detail.<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.jtcgroup.com ) or<\/p>\n
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