Deputy Manager - Fund Accounting

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Finance Analyst to manage and oversee key financial operations, including month\-end closing, financial statement preparation, variance analysis, and global reporting. This role will involve close collaboration with Business Development, Legal, and cross\-functional finance teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate should have expertise in financial reporting, accounting operations, and analytical reviews within a multinational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• 1\. Month\-End Close \& Financial Reporting
• + Prepare and review monthly accruals, amortization, and journal entries; ensure accurate posting in the ERP system.
• + Review ERP balances and extracted reports for correct account coding and accurate, complete, and timely financial data.
• + Prepare and review P\&L statements and management reports for month\-end close and analysis.
• 2\. Financial Analysis \& Management Review
• + Perform and review flux and variance analysis against budget and prior periods, identifying trends, key movements, and underlying business drivers.
• + Prepare and review detailed commentary on major P\&L and Balance Sheet variances, providing clear explanations and insights for management.
• + Coordinate stakeholders across functions and regions to gather inputs, resolve queries, and communicate financial results, risks, and actions.
• 3\. Reconciliations, Controls \& Process Improvement
• + Prepare, maintain, and review Balance Sheet schedules and reconciliations; ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.
• + Review accounting treatment and supporting evidence for compliance with IFRS/local GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
• + Maintain audit\-ready documentation and support internal and external audits, including SOX testing where applicable.
• + Improve month\-end close and financial reporting through standardized templates, close checklists, and automation; identify root causes of recurring errors and delays and implement corrective actions to strengthen accuracy, timeliness, and controls

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications \& Skills

• + Education: Chartered Accountant (CA)/ Bachelor’s\+ master’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• + Experience: 4\+ years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, and variance analysis.

Technical Skills

• + Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS accounting standards.
• + Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and Hyperion Financial System.
• + Expertise in financial statement preparation, balance sheet reconciliation, and variance analysis.
• + Strong proficiency in MS Excel and financial modelling tools.

Soft Skills

• + Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills, including identifying trends, variances, and key business drivers.
• + Excellent communication and coordination skills to work with cross\-functional teams and global stakeholders.
• + High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.