Senior Client Accountant

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TMF Group is a leading provider of administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. As we’re a global company with 11,000+ colleagues based in over 125 offices across 87 jurisdictions, we actively seek out people with the talent and potential to flourish at TMF Group, whatever their background, and offer job opportunities to the broadest spectrum of people.

Once on board we nurture and promote talented individuals, making sure that senior positions are open to all.

We are looking for a Senior Client Accountant who will take ownership of client portfolios and contribute to the smooth running of our operations. You will be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting while ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards. This role offers excellent exposure within a global environment and the chance to further develop your professional qualifications.

• Prepare accurate financial, management, and ad‑hoc reports for clients
• Perform asset reconciliations and record all investment-related transactions (purchases, sales, calls, distributions, transfers)
• Support bookkeeping activities, including bank reconciliations and maintaining client ledgers
• Act as a point of contact for auditors and ensure efficient management of client communications
• Ensure all work complies with the Fund’s documentation, the Company’s policies and procedures and any regulatory requirements
• Oversee client portfolios and contribute to day‑to‑day operational workload when needed
• Support the development of team members through guidance, training, and effective delegation
• Foster strong collaboration within the team and contribute to continuous process improvement

• Degree holder in Accountancy or business related disciplines
• Previous Accounting and Financial Reporting experience
• Previous financial statement preparation experience within a financial institution and ideally in a Private Equity Administrative area
• A professional qualification – ACCA/ACA or ICSA or other similar level qualification, or has achieved part-qualified status
• Fluency in English
• Analytical structured mind set with ability to follow and build upon existing processes and ensure data is maintained with accuracy and consistency

• An exciting opportunity in an international company
• Professional development opportunities as well as extensive individual further training opportunities, supported by our TMF Business Academy
• Our South Africa-based employees benefit from a comprehensive package that supports wellbeing, development, and work-life balance
• Hybrid working model
• A career within an ever evolving market

We’re looking forward to getting to know you!