Assistant Manager – Capital Markets

In brief

**Overview** The Apex Group is seeking a highly experienced and proactive Assistant Manager to join their Capital Markets team. This role involves taking responsibility for the administration and overseeing the accounting of a client portfolio, with a direct focus on servicing a large portfolio of offshore-based clients. The successful candidate will work closely with the management team and Client Directors, managing complex processes, providing mentorship to junior team members, and contributing to the strategic success of the department. **What you will do** * Building a detailed understanding of client portfolios, entity specific requirements and applicable statutory regulations/requirements and act as a source of guidance to other team members; including all aspects of administration & overseeing the accounting aspects; * Work with team manager, client directors and assistant client directors to ensure the planning, coordination and completion of all regulatory obligations and client agreed deliverables within strict deadlines for the portfolio of entities are met; * Maintain and monitor diary notes and workflows; Prepare and maintain accurate entity summaries; * Management Reporting and Statutory Reporting of corporate entities to ensure the team complies with all of its accounting and regulatory obligations and requirements including listing requirements and client reporting; * Preparation and implementation of entity customer specific procedures in relation to the administration and reporting requirements; * Act as point of contact with auditors in respect of the planning and coordination of audits and assisting with and running audits for clients; * Ensuring reporting complies with entity and statutory requirements including local law, relevant GAAP or IFRS and other reporting principals and * Ensure that client responsibilities are managed effectively * Deal with the termination/exiting of funds or other corporate entities; * To ensure service delivered meets company policy and/or service level agreement; * Participate and provide support to all new business activities; * Contribute to any relevant tasks arising out of on-going projects; * Ensure that the client information is accurate at all times; * Provide accurate and timely monthly reports of key management information to Management or as required; * Manage and supervise a number of accountants and junior accountants and oversee and review team adherence to internal policies, controls and systems, including meeting any internal deadlines; * Act as point of contact with client directors, assistant client directors and intermediaries such as auditors, bankers and investment managers as required; * Establish, build and maintain strong relationships and networks with both internal, cross jurisdictional and external contacts; * Build key relationships with client directors and assistant client directors in the sending location, ensuring the team responds swiftly to requests and manages expectations; * Contribute to the overall management of the team and business; * Report any identified issues and risks, including legal/regulatory matters and client complaints, to senior management promptly; * Ensure that all compliance and mandatory training is completed within required timescales; To act in accordance with all legal and regulatory requirements affecting the Company and ensuring that actions comply with both departmental procedures and this job description. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications Word, Excel, Outlook, paired with a working knowledge of regulatory environments in fund management and company law. Familiarity with corporate governance and AML requirements is advantageous. * Leadership Expertise: Motivated and driven Proven ability to mentor and guide teams, with a strong track record in managing projects and delivering exceptional results. * Organizational Excellence: Exceptional multitasking abilities, attention to detail, problem solving and accuracy, ensuring efficient execution of responsibilities across jurisdictions. Ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines. * Analytical Strength: Ability to source and interpret complex data from multiple channels to drive informed decision-making. * Effective Communication: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to engage with clients, team members, and stakeholders confidently and professionally. * Team Collaboration: Skilled at working within cross-jurisdiction teams, fostering a cooperative and adaptable environment. * Proactive Problem-Solving: A solution-oriented approach with the ability to implement process improvements and drive operational efficiency * Industry Insight: Deep understanding of accounting and regulatory obligations and accounting frameworks IFRS and GAAP, statutory regulations, corporate governance practices, and fiduciary. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a highly experienced, proactive, motivated, and driven individual with strong technical expertise and proven leadership skills. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional multitasking abilities, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills, coupled with outstanding written and verbal communication. They should be skilled at working within cross-jurisdiction teams, be solution-oriented, and have a deep understanding of accounting and regulatory obligations, including IFRS and GAAP, statutory regulations, corporate governance practices, and fiduciary. Experience in managing complex processes, providing mentorship to junior team members, and servicing a large portfolio of offshore-based clients is essential. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/assistant-manager-capital-markets-apex-group Source: myjobmag

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• Microsoft Excel
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• IFRS

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