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    Senior Fund Accountant - Cape Town, South Africa - Salt Employee Benefits

    Salt Employee Benefits
    Salt Employee Benefits Cape Town, South Africa

    2 days ago

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    JOB OVERVIEW

    The Senior Fund Accountant provides both operational and programmatic support to the Fund Accounting team. The Senior Fund Accountant provide technical support and training to the Fund Accountant/s. The Senior Fund Accountant reports to the Fund Accounting Manager and assists on all operational matters as they relate to the management of the Fund Accounting portfolio.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Operational

    • Banking
      • Review and set-up of users online banking access.
      • Checking and approving payments.
      • Check that bank statements are updated and bank reconciliations done accurately and on time.
      • Cashflow management of funds and forecasting of cash requirements in line with the funds policy/ies.
      • Oversee and enhance the relationship with the fund/s bankers.
    • Accounts
      • Oversee and manage existing system controls and introduce new enhancements to streamline workflow and mitigate risk factors.
      • Preparing and maintaining standard operating procedures.
      • Development, implementation and management of effective financial controls.
      • Preparation of fund accounts in line with the fund/s accounting policies and implementation of any changes.
      • Ensure adherence to the Service Level Agreement (SLA) of the fund/s.
      • Checking all monthly reconciliations (Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable).
      • Preparation and review of monthly working papers reating to ledger accounts (GL).
      • Ensuring that all systems in the department are in a working condition.
    • Investments
      • Liaising with fund managers, brokers, and custodians to communicate information and resolve issues on a timely basis.
      • Monitor and control investment / disinvestment with the respective Investment Managers.
      • Ensure accurate loading of daily unit prices.
      • Ensuring Investments are balanced accurately (ALM).
    • Audit
      • Planning and coordination of the audits to ensure the audit function is executed on a timely and efficient basis.
      • Checking of audit files and working papers for submission to the Fund Accounting Manager.
      • Preparation of the annual financial statements.
      • Providing responses on audit requirements ensuring all audit issues are resolved, and all compliance issues are met.
      • Implementing recommendations from the auditors.
      • Electronic submission of financial statements to the FSCA.
      • Liaising with the actuary for the timeous valuation of the fund/s.
      • Implementing recommendations from the valuator.
    • Valuation
      • Preparation of member data pertain to the the valuation of the fund/s.
      • Liaising with the actuary for the timeous valuation of the fund/s.
      • Implementing recommendations from the valuator.
    • Legislative
      • Provide oversight and play a leadership role in the Compliance Management function to ensure that:
      • the company compliance framework and policies are properly embedded and implemented in the business.
      • there is regular reporting on compliance breaches and progress on mitigation and management plans.
      • administrative penalties as a result of compliance breaches are minimized.
        • Manage the performance of Compliance operational activities within Salt EB to minimize compliance risk through adherence to policies, procedures, and guidelines and in accordance with regulatory requirements.
        • Working closely with the senior Management to ensure that all key risks are identified and are adequately communicated to the relevant business owners.
    • Reporting
      • Checking monthly management accounts and cashflow statements.
      • Drafting of the annual budget for the fund/s and monthly tracking of the fund/s income and expenses against the budget.
      • Provide relevant information for the preparation of fund/s board packs.
      • Oversee the production of monthly management reports (internal).
      • Ensure that monthly compliance reporting is accurate, of a high standard and properly reviewed (internal).
      • Communicate to management with regard to any fraudulent activities and misrepresentation of information.
    • Customer
      • Ensure adherence to customer and service provider SLA's.
    • People
      • Develop a high performing team by embedding formal performance development and informal coaching. Implement talent acquisition, engagement and recognition process in line with this.
      • Assist administrators with accounting issues.
      • Effective team management and coordination of financial activities at all levels.
      • Headcount & Retention.
      • Timekeeping - Managing teams leave and time keeping (RTW).
      • Training & Development - Making sure all team members understand to adhere to processes.
      • Succession planning.
      • Innovation, Learning and Growth
        • Ensuring that functions and processes are aligned within the department.
        • Improving the internal controls to address any weaknesses that may arise.
        • Prepare training manuals used in the fund accountant department.
        • Authorising and co-ordinating staff leave.
        • Preparing and assessing of staff KPA's.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Com. Accounting Degree or similar qualification.
    • Matric (Grade 12) certificate with Mathematics and Accounting.

    ESSENTIAL

    • At least 5 years' experience in Retirement funds.
    • Evidence of managing a small – medium, but effective team.
    • Computer Literate (Microsoft Office, Excel advance, Work).
    • Everest knowledge required.
    • Caseware knowledge will be an advantage.
    • Good communication skill.
    • Deadline driven.
    • Leadership skills.
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