SENIOR FINANCIAL REPORTING ACCOUNTANT (Private Equity) – Claremont/Newlands, Western Cape, South Africa

Highly Competitive Package on Offer!

Our client, a leading global investment advisory firm operating within the private equity and asset management sector, is currently seeking a hands-on, innovative, strategically minded and highly organised Senior Financial Reporting Accountant to support the financial operations and reporting requirements of its expanding portfolio.

You are analytically minded, with excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities, strong attention to detail, and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

You are a proactive finance professional who thrives in a dynamic, international environment and is passionate about delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls and contributing to the effective management of complex investment structures.

Main Purpose of the Role

Play a key role in providing financial leadership and support to ensure robust compliance, reporting accuracy and operational efficiency through the oversight of financial reporting, controls, legal and tax compliance within a Mauritius-based financial services framework, while supporting the financial performance of the group and its funds under management.

The role will involve engagement with investors, auditors and regulatory bodies, while contributing to sound financial management and reporting across the fund's portfolio.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of financial reporting, financial controls and tax compliance.
• Prepare and review annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Prepare and/or review quarterly management accounts for group companies.
• Prepare and/or review deliverables required for quarterly investor reporting and respond to investor queries.
• Prepare audit information and coordinate the audit process for various entities, including fund entities, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Ensure finance-related compliance with various legal agreements, including Limited Partnership Agreements (LPAs), investor side letters and advisory agreements, as well as applicable Financial Services Commission (FSC) regulations and relevant Mauritian legislation.
• Manage fund accounting activities, including capital calls, distributions, performance reporting and Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations.
• Manage tax and regulatory compliance across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
• Manage cash flow and liquidity across complex investment structures, including treasury oversight.
• Liaise with professional service providers, including outsourced fund administrators, auditors, accountants, tax advisers and legal advisers.
• Prepare and oversee financial reporting and controls for regional offices in South Africa, Nairobi, Abidjan and Mauritius.
• Manage the flow of financial information and assist with financial reporting at portfolio company level, where required.
• Support the deal team with portfolio transaction structuring, tax efficiency, tax and legal compliance, treasury matters and valuations.
• Provide guidance, coaching and support to fellow team members.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required

• Chartered Accountant (SA) essential.
• 2–3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in financial accounting, financial reporting, audit or a related field.
• Relevant fund administration experience is strongly preferred. Candidates from Big Four or medium-sized audit firms who have experience auditing fund administration clients may also be considered, depending on the depth and relevance of their exposure.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, financial reporting and accounting principles, with the ability and willingness to develop further expertise in private equity fund accounting and investment structures.
• Exposure to international financial services regulatory frameworks, fund regulations and cross-border compliance requirements would be highly advantageous. Experience working with regulatory authorities across multiple jurisdictions would be beneficial.
• Experience working with a Technical Assistance Facility would be advantageous.

Skills

• Strong financial reporting, analytical and problem-solving skills, with an understanding of cash flow forecasting and fund performance analysis.
• Knowledge of fund structures, capital calls, distributions and investor reporting would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools such as Xero, QuickBooks, Excel, Investran or similar accounting and fund administration software.
• A strong interest in technology and emerging tools, including AI-enabled solutions such as Copilot and Clause AI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

Travel

Ability and willingness to travel to regional offices as required.

To Apply

Please forward an updated and detailed copy of your CV via the application link or to:

Nicole Spamers: nspamers@elev8recruitment.co.za AND Andrea Jones: ajones@elev8recruitment.co.za

Please note: Should you not be contacted within three weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful

Contact information

Nicole Spamers