Accounting & Reporting, VP | Bangalore, IN

Accounting & Reporting, VP Job Description: Job Title: Accounting & Reporting, VP Corporate Title: Vice President Location: Bangalore, India Role Description Fund Operations We are building a high-performing team in India to support the illiquid Products Finance & Operations function. The team will play a key role in the end -to-end financial control and oversight of real estate funds domiciled in Europe and other jurisdictions. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with Fund Managers, Portfolio Managers & Fund Administrators. This role offers a powerful opportunity to build holistic expertise across fund finance & operations, working hand in hand with global teams & third-party administrators while gaining in-depth exposures to European fund structures, industry benchmarks (INREV, NCREIF, MSCI) & the best-in-class operational practice. The role is responsible for overseeing the accounting, financial, and regulatory reporting of alternative investment funds across Real Estate funds. The position involves active review of fund financials produced by external fund administrator, ensuring accuracy of NAVs, management and performance fee calculations, investor allocations, valuation and regulatory submissions, The incumbent will play a key role in strengthening financial control, governance and reporting framework wile driving improvements across the fund reporting function. What we'll offer you As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you'll enjoy Best in class leave policy Gender neutral parental leaves 100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral) Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents Accident and Term life Insurance Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above Your key responsibilities Oversee the financial reporting and accounting processes of alternative funds managed through external fund administrator, ensuring compliance and internal policies, fund documentation and local regulations. Review and challenge NAV calculations, management and performance fee workings, valuation adjustments, investor allocation and expense accrual Liaise with external fund administrators, custodian & depositors to ensure service quality and compliance with SLAs. Analyse financial statements & reports to ensure accuracy & completeness in accordance with the appliable GAAPs (IFRS/Lux GAAP/HGB) & industry best practices (INREV, NCREIF/MSCI) Understand Fund agreement to determine impact on reporting. Ensure fund performance and investor relevant metrics are correctly calculated and timely reported. Support the delivery of the periodic board packs. Oversight of key regulatory and management reporting deliverables - including AUM, AIFMD, Annex IV, and SAQ- ensuring robust governance, data integrity, and compliance with internal polices and external regulatory standards. Support the annual external audit process. Ensure all applicable investor deliverables are produced, reviewed, and delivered to investors in line with Fund rules & relevant investors agreements. Ensure reporting to the Depository is provided according to the depository agreement and AIFMD. Addressing internal and external stakeholder queries promptly and efficiently Designing /enhancing processes and supporting/furthering technology initiatives related to above responsibilities Your skills and experience Experience-10 to 16 years Strong Fund Accounting Expertise: Deep understanding of real estate business & fund structures including capital commitment structures, drawdowns, waterfalls, carried interest, and distribution mechanisms. Financial Review & Oversight: Proven ability to review and challenge NAVs, Management and performance fee calculations, investors allocation, valuation adjustments, and expense accruals prepared by Fund administrator. Regulatory & Financial Reporting: Experience with preparation and oversight of financial statements under IFRS/HGB/Lux GAAP, and regulatory reporting requirements such a AIFMD, KAGB, INREV, BVI or BaFin filings. Familiarity with AUM reporting and reconciliation to internal and external systems. Valuation Governance: Understanding of valuation methodologies for illiquid and alternative investments, including fair value assessment of real estate, unlisted equity and private debt instruments, ensuring consistency with regulatory and accounting standards. Fund Administrator Management: Ability to review deliverables from external fund administrator, ensuring accuracy, completeness and adherence to SLAS, control framework and accounting policies. Skilled in identifying and escalating material discrepancies or control breaks promptly. Control & Governance .