Jobs at Apex Group

Summary

• We are seeking a highly accomplished and visionary Business Intelligence Developer to join our team. As a BI Developer, you will report into the Business Intelligence Manager and be responsible for developing and maintaining BI and Reporting solutions. 

The Role & Key Responsibilities: 

• The Senior BI Developer will be expected to,
• Work with both Business Analysts and business owners to development of new reports and dashboards and the enhancement of existing reports and dashboards.
• Performance tuning of stored procedures and reports
• Assist the Business Analysts to investigate issues and help them in their data analysis.
• Be on regular after-hour stand-by support for the data warehouse loads.
• Ensure that development standards and processes are followed according to Apex’s best practices.

Skills Required:

• A degree or diploma (3 years) with majors Information Systems or Computer Science will be a strong advantage.
• A good working knowledge of IT systems in a corporate environment.
• At least 5 years of solid SQL Server development experience, with proficiency in report writing skills.  This includes but not limited to building complex stored procedures, functions, and views. 
• At least 5 years’ experience in building integration solutions independently.
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including an ability to work independently from the business analyst team when appropriate.
• A high tolerance for ambiguity as requirements is not always clear at the start of a project and can change as users and analysts start to see the data.
• Self-starter who can take the initiative to learn new technologies independently, and not just wait to be sent on training.
• Solid time management and communication skills essential.
• Ability to multi-task and to work on multiple project streams simultaneously.
• High personal integrity.
• The below skills are not an absolute requirement but would give the candidate a significant advantage over others.
• Scheduling tools such Control-m
• Cloud based database solutions like Snowflake
• Cloud based ETL solutions like DBT
• A background in Investment and Financial Accounting

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Description 

• We are seeking a Fund Accountant, reporting to a Manager within the Fund Accounting Division of Apex to prepare accurate portfolio valuations and financial statements. The Fund Accountant role involves preparations of accurate portfolio valuations on a timely basis. You will typically be responsible for the accounting of a number of portfolios. Maintain the underlying accounting records for assigned funds (including domestic, offshore, hedge funds, partnerships, etc.). Seasoned incumbent responsible for approximately 3 to 6 valuations. 

Job specification   

• Prepare daily, weekly and/or monthly portfolio valuations. 
• Maintain the underlying accounting records for assigned funds. 
• Liaise with fund managers, brokers and custodians to communicate information and resolve issues on a timely basis. 
• Reconcile brokerage and custodian accounts to underlying records. 
• Establish excellent client relationships and provide a quality service at all times. 
• Assist the external auditors to ensure the audit function is executed on a timely and efficient basis. 
• Assist Senior Fund Accountants and Supervisors with audit queries. 
• Periodically assists with reviews and the identification of errors and inconsistencies. 
• Confident, enthusiastic, and self-motivated. 

Skills Required: 

• Commerce, Honors or Bus Sci Degree with Financial Accounting. 
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. 
• Structured and detail oriented. 
• Excellent customer service and communication skills. 
• Ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines. 
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• At least 2 years’ related experience. 
• Proficient in MS Excel. 
• Hedge fund industry knowledge would be a distinct advantage.