CSC India | Senior Fund Accountant

Key responsibilities

• The Assistant Manager/ Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day fund accounting operations for private equity clients, ensuring accurate financial reporting, NAV calculations, and compliance with applicable standards.
• The role requires strong technical expertise, team management skills, and the ability to handle client interactions effectively.
• Oversee end-to-end fund accounting activities for private equity funds, including capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations.
• Review and prepare Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations on a periodic basis.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, US GAAP).
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to clients and stakeholders.
• Manage and review general ledger activities, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Coordinate with auditors and support the audit process, including preparation of supporting schedules and documentation.
• Monitor fund performance and ensure compliance with fund agreements and regulatory requirements.
• Handle complex transactions such as carried interest, waterfalls, and investment valuations.
• Liaise with internal teams, custodians, and third-party service providers.
• Identify process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and control.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure accurate disclosure of investments, commitments, and related party transactions.
• Review partner capital statements and investor reporting packages.
• Assist in preparation of management reports and variance analysis.
• Ensure proper documentation and audit trails for all financial reporting processes.
• Supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior team members

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of fund structures, capital activity, and valuation concepts.
• Experience in financial statement preparation and audit support.
• Familiarity with accounting standards such as IFRS and US GAAP.
• Proficiency in fund accounting systems (e.g., Investran, eFront) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with complex fund structures and multi-jurisdictional entities.
• Prior team handling or review experience.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

CSC India

CSC India is an employer hiring in India (sector: BFSI / Investments / Insurance). In its own words: "A provider of Registered Agent, UCC search and filing, compliance and entity services, CSC helps Fortune 500 corporations do business better."

Its finance, accounts, audit and tax openings in India are mostly in Bengaluru, Mumbai and Gurugram.

• Industry: BFSI / Investments / Insurance