Asset Administrator
Role
Asset Administrator
Location
Cape Town
Industry
Investment
Our client is a boutique investment firm that hosts some of the top independent multi-managers in the industry.
Within the asset administration field, this role is focused on trade processing, cash management, reconciliations, compliance, and day-to-day operational support.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare monthly journals, accruals and provisions.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations.
Maintain general ledger integrity across group entities.
Process month-end and year-end accounting entries.
Assist with the preparation of management accounts.
Maintain finance lease and rental asset schedules.
Process asset acquisitions and disposals.
Monitor depreciation and amortisation calculations.
Support the managing lease and rental portfolio reporting.
Assist with payment run preparation.
Monitor debtor balances and ageing.
Assist with investigating account queries and collection reporting.
Assist with VAT submissions, Income tax, Audits, Statutory returns.
Produce supporting schedules for management accounts.
Assist with board and funder reporting where required.
Identify opportunities to improve finance processes.
Assist with implementation of new systems and reporting enhancements.
Requirements
1-2 years working experience within investments/administration
Understanding the landscape of the asset administration function, familiarity and experience with:
How a Management Company operates with their appointed Administrator (i.e. Curo). The different role-players and their responsibilities throughout the trade process
The Administrators role withing the fund accounting process
Systems used within the industry (e.g. Finswitch)
Takes initiative
Takes ownership and accountability for tasks
Not afraid to ask questions and learn
Works well within a team
Good time management, ability to prioritise and adhere to deadlines
Good communication & interpersonal skills
Thank you for your interest. If you do apply for this opportunity, but do not hear from us within two weeks, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.