About The Role

Job Description The Fund Accountant is responsible for keeping the books of accounts for all Funds under management and ensuring that all Funds’ assets are properly accounted for. Job Responsibilities Communicate with the Investment Management, Benefit Management and Business Development teams within compliance framework, to optimize clients’ satisfaction and achieve execution of investment. Carry out daily cash reconciliation and periodic assets reconciliation, payments and transfers out of funds and monthly reconciliation of the fund’s portfolio to the Custodians position. Communicate and attend entrance/exit audit meetings in respect of the financial audits of funds. Regular review of the financial records and accounts of all funds under management. Monthly rendition of Risk Management Assessment Report (RMAS) to the National Pension Commission.

Type of Qualification: BSc Field of Study: Finance and Accounting, and ACCA or ICAN or CIMA certification Experience Required 3-4 year's experience in Finance with product knowledge, effective communication, advanced Microsoft office skills – Excel, Word.

Behavioural Competencies: Thinking Positively Pursuing Goals Team Working Meeting Timescales Technical Competencies: Financial Analysis Cash Reconciliation Presentation Skills Evaluation of Internal Controls

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.