Senior Manager Fund Accounting & Financial Reporting

About the role

The firm is seeking a Senior Manager – Fund Accounting & Financial Reporting for a full-time, on-site position in Lahore. Working closely with and supporting the CFO, the Senior Manager leads accounting and financial reporting across funds, investment structures, SPVs and portfolio entities. The role requires strong UAE experience, particularly in DIFC and/or ADGM fund and investment accounting and reporting, and the ability to lead teams, strengthen controls and improve reporting through technology.

Key responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations and monthly, quarterly and annual financial close across multiple entities.
• Review general ledgers, journal entries, bank and investment reconciliations, intercompany balances and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and review standalone and consolidated financial statements, management accounts and reporting packs in line with applicable accounting standards.
• Oversee fund accounting, review NAV calculations, capital accounts, fee accruals and investor allocations, and maintain accurate accounting for investments, capital calls, subscriptions, distributions and redemptions.
• Coordinate portfolio and investment reporting, including performance analysis, cash flow monitoring and investor and board reporting.
• Support the CFO with budgets, forecasts, liquidity planning, variance analysis and financial insights.
• Coordinate with fund administrators, investment teams, portfolio companies, auditors and tax advisers, and support UAE regulatory, statutory and tax reporting for DIFC and ADGM entities.
• Lead audit preparation, resolve accounting queries and maintain audit-ready records.
• Strengthen accounting policies, approval workflows, reconciliations and financial controls, and support the onboarding of new funds and entities.
• Lead, mentor and review the accounting team, and use Power BI, advanced Excel, automation and AI tools to improve reporting efficiency.

Required profile

• Qualified CA or ACCA.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience, including leading accounting and reporting teams.
• Strong UAE experience, with direct fund and investment accounting and reporting in DIFC and/or ADGM.
• Demonstrated ownership of fund accounting, financial close, financial statements, NAV review and investor reporting.
• Experience supporting a CFO and managing reporting across multiple entities and stakeholders.
• Experience in asset management, private equity, real estate investment or comparable fund environments; KSA accounting experience is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of IFRS, investment accounting, consolidation and accounting for funds and SPVs.
• Advanced Excel and practical Power BI experience; Python, VBA, Power Query or other automation skills are an advantage.
• Accounting, ERP or fund administration systems; responsible use of AI tools for financial analysis and reporting.