ETF Fund Accountant at Prescient

Purpose of role:

• This role offers a CA(SA) the opportunity to take ownership of the full fund accounting lifecycle within our Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) Accounting team. With a strong emphasis on institutional mandates and client reporting, this position is ideal for a technically astute individual who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment. Ideal for a CA(SA) with a passion for markets and precision.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Set up and process all applicable fees related to ETF structures.
• Perform and process fund distributions with accuracy and timeliness.
• Daily pricing of funds, ensuring valuations of instruments (equities, bonds, derivatives) align with market performance.
• Monitor NAV and asset price variances against benchmarks, applying professional judgment to flag and resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare, review, and distribute daily and monthly client reports with precision.
• Resolve internal and external client queries in collaboration with the Client Delivery team.
• Maintain and enhance control frameworks to mitigate operational and financial risk.
• Support onboarding new clients and contribute to project deliverables.
• Perform daily cash and scrip reconciliations, identifying and resolving breaks proactively.
• Work within a hybrid model, with earlier working hours (6:00 AM – 3:00 PM) to align with market operations.

Required experience:

• Newly qualified CA(SA)
• Solid understanding of asset management operations and investment instruments.
• Strong Excel skills.

Key competencies:

• Analytical and methodical thinker with a strong interest in portfolio operations.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong team orientation with a collaborative mindset.
• Client-centric with the ability to see the broader investment context.
• Positive, solutions-driven attitude.