Fund Accountant / Transfer Agency Executive (AML/KYC, Investor Services)

About the Role

We are looking for a Fund Accounting & Transfer Agency Executive to support the end-to-end administration of investment funds, covering both Fund Accounting and Transfer Agency functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for fund NAV production, investor servicing, AML/KYC compliance and transaction processing while working closely with custodians, auditors and internal stakeholders.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking broader exposure across fund operations within a fast-paced asset management environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full investor onboarding process, including AML/KYC due diligence, investor register maintenance and ongoing account administration in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Process investor transactions including subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, capital calls and distributions accurately and within agreed service levels.
• Support the end-to-end NAV production process by preparing journal entries, performing reconciliations and validating portfolio valuations using market prices and FX rates.
• Prepare investor reports, contract notes, tax reporting documents and support year-end financial statements and external audits.
• Work closely with custodians, fund managers, auditors and internal stakeholders to resolve operational issues while driving continuous process improvements.

Requirements

We are looking for candidates with 3-5 years of experience in Fund Administration, Fund Accounting, Transfer Agency or Global Custody.

Candidates should possess practical experience across both Fund Accounting and Transfer Agency, together with a sound understanding of NAV calculation, fund accounting principles, AML/KYC requirements and investor servicing.

Exposure to Multifonds, fund accounting platforms or global custody systems will be highly advantageous.

You should also possess:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline
• Strong Excel skills (SQL knowledge is an advantage)
• Familiarity with financial instruments including Equities, Fixed Income and FX products
• Knowledge of FATCA, CRS, AML/KYC and fund regulatory requirements (UCITS, AIFMD or SG fund regulations)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage investor enquiries professionally
• Proficiency in English Mandarin will be advantageous to support Chinese-speaking clients and stakeholders