KAJAL SANTOSH SAWANT
Hedge Fund Accountant
Mumbai
Summary
Experienced financial analyst with over 3 years in the financial services industry, demonstrating a strong track record of success. Committed and forward-thinking finance professional seeking a full-time role in the Fund accounting sector to enhance skills. Ready to apply analytical expertise and financial acumen to drive organizational advancement, while leveraging knowledge and abilities to support team and company achievements.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Hedge Fund Accountant
Citco Shared Services (India) Private Limited
04.2023 - Current
- Performing the administration of and any services pursuant to administration agreements in respect of a portfolio of hedge fund clients.
•Calculation of management and performance fees, ensuring they are applied correctly based on the fund's performance and terms.
•Managing and processing capital activities, including subscriptions, redemptions, switches, and transfers, in alignment with hedge fund operations
•Accountable for recording non-trading accrual transactions
•Reconcile any discrepancies during daily activities and report to the appropriate team for necessary action.
•Knowledge of financial instruments, financial market.
•Preparation and/or initial review of Net Asset Value calculations.
•Analysis of fund performance and prepare performance/P&L related reports
•Demonstrate ownership of assigned work and ensure timely completion, in line with demanding client service agreements
•Escalate priority issues to supervisor and/or assistant vice president in a timely and detailed manner
•Maintaining day-to-day relationships with Citco Internal COE & non-COE teams including Operational Support, Middle Office, Pricing, Investor Relations and Relationship Management Fund Accounting teams & Support queries from external parties, including clients, auditors and other advisors.
Financial Analyst
Eclerx Services LTD
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Digitization of financial statements to streamline processes and ensure data accuracy.
- Evaluating current and historical performance for better financial insights and decision-making.
- Creating management reports in Excel to maintain a track record of financial and operational information.
- Handling client calls: understanding their needs, communicating in simple terms, leading with empathy, and ensuring mutual clarity.
- Interacting with clients to address and resolve various discrepancies.
- Sending emails to clients in response to inquiries and providing necessary information.
- On-the-job training: arranging and facilitating process training sessions for new joiners.
Education
Post Graduation Diploma in Management - Finance
Vidyalankar Institute of Technology
Mumbai, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Management Studies -
Pragati College Of Art, Science & Commerce
Mumbai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
- Flexible learner
- Adaptability
- Constructive mindset
- Collaborative team member
- Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
- Net asset value calculation
- Valuation of investments
- Specialized fund accounting
- Time management
- Detailed portfolio reconciliation
Accomplishments
- Investment Banking & Hedge Fund - Magic Institute of Excellence
- NISM-Series-VIII: Equity Derivatives Certificate Examination.
- Advance Excel
Extra-Curricular Activities
Participated in Global collaboration project (X culture Organization project).
Certification
Investment Banking & Hedge Fund - Magic Institute of Excellence
EXTRA CURRICULARS
Participated in Global collaboration project (X culture Organization project)
Timeline
Hedge Fund Accountant
Citco Shared Services (India) Private Limited
04.2023 - Current
Financial Analyst
Eclerx Services LTD
08.2021 - 03.2023
Post Graduation Diploma in Management - Finance
Vidyalankar Institute of Technology
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Management Studies -
Pragati College Of Art, Science & Commerce
04.2001 -
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