Assistant Vice President Hong Kong, 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

We are looking for an accomplished Assistant Vice President – Fund Accounting to join our Fund Accounting team as part of our financial services business in Hong Kong.

Reporting to the Vice President, the Assistant Vice President – Fund Accounting supports the private equity fund accounting team and register & transfer agency team. Its tactical responsibilities feed one larger objective: ensuring timely and accurate client deliverables and a high level of client service.

Your primary responsibilities include

Fund Accounting Work

Being responsible for a portfolio of clients, involving the preparation and review of complex net asset valuations for a portfolio of private equity funds, together with the provision of transfer agency services;

Involvement in all client related administrative functions and liaison with lawyers, investment managers, prime brokers and other transaction counterparties in various international jurisdictions;

Involvement in local and global projects for process enhancement and better service delivery;Deliver high levels of client service, ensuring that each relationship is compliant with internal policies and procedures.

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 VP or SVP

What You Bring

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

• Degree Holder in Accounting with 3-5 years’ Private Equity Fund related experience; Candidates with Big-4 experiences only would also be considered;
• Open-minded, proactive, self-starter and detail-oriented;
• Knowledgeable in fund structure, and relevant local and international laws and regulatory requirements;
• Proficient numerical and analytical skills with ability to collect, organize, and bifurcate complicated information;
• Sound problem solving skills;
• Good articulation of ideas and have structured approach towards execution;
• Ability to work across various internal functions;
• Being savvy in industry-recognised fund administration systems is a plus

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.

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