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The Company

A leading Fund Manager dedicated to delivering exceptional value through strategic investments in private equity is looking to hire a Project Accountant. Their team is committed to identifying and capitalizing on high-potential opportunities that drive growth and generate strong returns for their investors. They pride themselves on their rigorous investment process, deep industry expertise, and a collaborative work environment that fosters innovation and excellence.

For this role…

They are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Project Accountant to oversee the financial management of CAPIC projects. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and controlling financial risks by ensuring the constant availability of accurate and current financial information. You will play a key role in supporting our business objectives through effective financial planning, budgeting, and compliance with statutory regulations.

Your responsibilities…

Financial Management:

• You will review, authorize, and process expenditures and transactions in line with approved budgets and authority guidelines.
• You will coordinate the timely preparation of financial statements, ensuring they accurately reflect CAPIC project’s financial position and comply with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• You willmanage the interface between CAPIC projects and external auditors and regulators, ensuring the protection of CAPIC project’s financial interests.
• You will support the process of selecting an external auditor for CAPIC projects and ensure all project annual audits are completed by March 31 of the current year.

Strategic Support & Compliance:

• You will support the implementation of CAPIC project’s strategy, goals, and objectives.
• You will develop and maintain strategic relationships with key banks and financial institutions to invest available idle funds at competitive interest rates for all projects.
• You will ensure all CAPIC project investments are promptly insured and that expired insurance policies are renewed.
• You will ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, including forwarding copies of all project audited accounts to relevant company secretaries for CAC filing.
• You will ensure compliance with local government, state, and federal tax provisions, and obtain tax clearance certificates for all projects on a timely basis.

Budgeting & Risk Management:

• You will support the development of CAPIC project’s corporate budget and the allocation of financial resources.
• You will identify risks and long-term financial implications of intended corporate projects/initiatives, advising the Fund Manager and CFO accordingly.
• You will provide timely, accurate, and relevant financial information to aid decision-making.
• You will evolve and implement cost management strategies to monitor and control costs.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting:

• You will periodically review CAPIC project’s finance activities and performance reports, taking appropriate actions to achieve business objectives.
• You will ensure the availability of adequate funding as required for the organization’s operations, in line with CAPIC project’s financial policies.
• You will manage and safeguard CAPIC project’s assets, ensuring proper treatment in accordance with GAAP/IFRS and the defined asset management policy.

Leadership & Team Management:

• You will manage the human and material resources of the function to optimize performance and enhance output.
• You will assign responsibilities to subordinates, supervise their work, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality results.
• You will motivate, guide, and ensure knowledge transfer and capacity building within the team.
• You will continuously review the function’s policies, processes, and activities, making recommendations for improvement to the Fund Manager and CFO.
• You will implement approved initiatives to enhance the performance of the function.
•  You will prepare and submit periodic activity/management reports to the Fund Manager and CFO.

To be considered for this role…

• A first degree in Finance, Accounting, or any other relevant discipline.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in a senior-level finance or accounting position.
• Chartered Accountant certification is required.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, including GAAP/IFRS.
• Familiarity with automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
• Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
• Proficiency in short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight time frames and manage several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

The goodies….

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities to make a significant impact on high-profile projects.