Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Fund Accountant to join on a 6-month contract. This is a critical role responsible for delivering accurate and timely reporting to clients, ensuring smooth fund operations, and supporting the business through a high-volume, high-stakes period.
The successful candidate will manage all aspects of fund accounting, reconciliations, NAV reviews, reporting, and audits - while ensuring strong compliance, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Fund Accounting & Reporting

• Provide daily accounting services for assigned funds, including transaction processing and NAV reviews.
• Perform month-end reconciliations and account closings.
• Monitor and manage fund cash flows, expenses, and accruals.
• Prepare routine and ad-hoc financial statements and management reports.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies; implement corrective actions.
• Support annual audits, liaising directly with auditors and preparing required financial statements.

Budget & Cost Management

• Monitor fund budgets, spending, and cost allocations.
• Provide advice on cost control, profitability improvement, and efficiency measures.
• Compile and present financial and budget reports to enable sound decision-making.

Governance, Compliance & Risk

• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, fund operating guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare accurate statutory and regulatory reports (IFRS and other applicable standards).
• Conduct financial forecasting, risk analysis, and controls testing.
• Ensure full cooperation during tax filings and audit activities.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide timely responses to client and partner inquiries.
• Prepare service plans and reporting calendars in line with client expectations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Postgraduate qualification in Accounting / Finance.
• Professional Qualification: CA(SA), CPA, ACCA, or CFA strongly preferred.
• Experience: 5-7 years in fund accounting, financial management, or asset management.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial accounting, audit, tax, risk management, and financial reporting.
• Proven experience managing fund operations including NAV, WIP, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Exposure to professional services, asset management, or financial institutions highly desirable.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.
• Exposure to end-to-end fund operations, audits, and reporting cycles.
• Be part of a dynamic team delivering critical outcomes under tight timelines.

To Apply: Send your CV and notice period/availability to info@sapientis.co.za with subject Fund Accountant - 6 Month Contract.

• Location: Johannesburg
• Sector: Investments/Financial Services
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Level: Mid-Level (Minimum 3 years' relevant experience required)
• Duration: 6 months

Skills Required