Fund Accountant – Asset Manager – Dubai
We are representing a leading investment management firm based in Dubai that is seeking an experienced Fund Accountant to join its finance team.
The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing all fund-level financial operations, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting, and full transparency across the firm’s investment structures.
The Role
This position will be responsible for the end-to-end fund finance function, including oversight of NAV reporting, management and trail fee calculations, audit coordination, and financial analysis across multiple funds.
You’ll act as the central link between the CFO, fund administrators, and internal stakeholders, ensuring integrity, compliance, and precision in all financial data. The role offers the opportunity to shape fund finance processes and contribute directly to the firm’s commercial and operational success.
Key Responsibilities
•Oversee all fund finance activities, including management fee and trail fee calculations, NAV oversight, and coordination of fund audits.
•Review and validate fund administrator reports, accruals, and AUM data.
•Manage cost allocations and recharge models between funds and the management company.
•Support the preparation and review of fund-related financial statements and external audits.
•Monitor fund profitability and expense trends, providing insights for margin and efficiency improvements.
•Partner with investment, operations, and legal teams on new fund launches, structuring, and documentation.
•Strengthen fund finance frameworks, enhance internal controls, and ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements.
•Produce management reporting on AUM, performance, and fee revenues for senior leadership.
•Liaise with fund administrators, custodians, and auditors to resolve accounting and reporting matters.
•Continuously identify opportunities to automate and streamline finance processes.
Candidate Profile
•6+ years’ experience in fund finance, fund accounting, or financial control within asset or investment management.
•Strong technical knowledge of fund structures, NAV calculation methodologies, and fee mechanics.
•Ability to interpret offering documents and constitutive terms for application in financial processes.
•Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to accuracy and control.
•Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with senior management, auditors, and service providers.
•High proficiency in Excel and familiarity with fund administrator portals and reporting tools.
•Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred.
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.