Fund Accountant

Job Description Role: Fund Operations & Accounting Entity: Artha Bharat Group (New Entity for Pension Fund) Location: GIFT City / Reporting to: Group Head, Operations Role Overview Artha Bharat Group is building long‑term, institutionally governed investment platforms aligned with the objectives of pension and retirement capital. The Operations role is central to ensuring that investment activity is supported by robust processes, accurate controls, and scalable infrastructure. The role involves end‑to‑end responsibility across fund operations, reporting, external service provider coordination, and regulatory processes. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, dependable, and comfortable working at the intersection of investments, compliance, and external stakeholders. This is a full-time, on-site role for a Fund Accountant based at the entity's office in Gandhinagar, India. The Fund Accountant will be responsible for managing fund accounting processes, preparing financial statements, handling financial reporting, and calculating Net Asset Value (NAV). The role requires maintaining accurate financial books, ensuring regulatory compliance, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and investors. Key Responsibilities Fund Operations and Reporting Oversee day‑to‑day fund operations including NAV coordination, reconciliations, cash management, and trade lifecycle supportLiaise with fund administrators, custodians, trustees, and auditors to ensure accurate and timely reportingReview fund accounting outputs, investor statements, and periodic disclosures for accuracy and consistencySupport period‑end processes including audits, valuations, and regulatory filingsInvestor and Stakeholder Coordination Coordinate investor onboarding processes, documentation, and ongoing operational queriesSupport capital call, distribution, and reporting workflows as requiredAct as a point of contact for operational matters with institutional stakeholders, service providers, and internal teamsProcess Design and Controls Help design, document, and improve operational workflows to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and scalabilityMaintain strong internal controls across data, reporting, and operational processesIdentify operational risks and support mitigation measures in line with institutional best practicesRegulatory and Compliance Support Support compliance processes in coordination with the compliance team including regulatory filings, disclosures, and reportingEnsure operational practices are aligned with applicable pension fund regulations and internal policiesMaintain proper records, documentation standards, and audit trailsCross‑functional Collaboration Work closely with investment, risk, and compliance teams to ensure operational readiness for new strategies or productsSupport implementation of systems and tools used for reporting, operations, and data management Required Background and Skills Experience & Skills 3 to 8 years of experience in operations, fund administration, custody, audit, or middle/back office rolesPrior exposure to asset management, pension funds, mutual funds, or other institutional investment platforms preferred Experience working with external administrators, custodians, or trustees is strongly desirableProficiency in Fund Accounting and NAV calculations Experience in preparing Financial Statements and Financial ReportingStrong understanding of Finance principles and practicesExcellent attention to detail and analytical skills Qualifications Proficiency in using accounting and financial reporting software is preferredBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CA/CPA/CFA certification is highly desirable Experience in a pension fund or asset management environment is an advantage Personal Attributes Reliable and accountable with a strong ownership mindsetAble to work calmly and consistently in regulated, process‑driven environmentsPragmatic problem‑solver with a focus on accuracy and long‑term robustnessComfortable handling responsibility and sensitive information Why Join Artha Bharat Group Opportunity to work within a long‑term, institutionally focused investment platformExposure to pension capital, governance‑driven investing, and regulated fund managementMeaningful role in building scalable, high‑quality investment infrastructureProfessional environment with cla