Fund Accountant

About Vivriti Group

Vivriti Group is a trailblazer in the mid-market lending space, offering customized debt solutions to mid-sized enterprises. The group operates through two core businesses :

Vivriti Capital Limited : A systematically important Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC ND-SI) regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Vivriti Capital has disbursed over USD 3 billion to 300+ enterprise borrowers and holds a CRISIL rating of A+.

Vivriti Asset Management : A fixed-income fund manager, managing multiple Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). With over USD 550 million in commitments from 900+ institutional and private contributors, Vivriti AMC has invested more than USD 600 million across 90+ entities.

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Role Summary :

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Fund Accounting Lead to manage the accounting and financial operations of our Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), particularly focused on debt-based strategies across Category II and Category III funds . The role requires deep knowledge of fund structures, investment life cycles, SEBI regulations, and hands-on expertise in fund operations, NAV calculation, investor reporting, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Fund Accounting & Reporting

Maintain books of accounts for multiple AIF schemes (Cat II and Cat III) under IGAAP.

Ensure accurate and timely calculation of Net Asset Value (NAV) on a periodic basis (monthly / quarterly as per fund terms).

Track and record income accruals from structured debt instruments (NCDs, CPs, PTCs, securitized receipts, etc.).

Post and reconcile investment transactions , including purchases, redemptions, amortization, mark-ups, and capital gains / losses.

Monitor coupon income , redemption premiums, purchase discounts, and variable cash flows for PTCs and securitized assets.

2. Investor-Level Accounting

Maintain detailed investor books including capital contributions, units, class-wise allocations , and fee / waterfall tracking .

Ensure time-weighted allocation of daily income and expenses to investors based on their class and contribution timing.

Process investor calls, distributions, and generate Capital Account Statements .

Handle fee calculations (management fees, performance fees, hurdle, catch-up, etc.) per PPM terms.

Handle expense allocations and calculations as per PPM terms.

3. Compliance & Regulatory Filings

Ensure timely and accurate filing of :

SEBI monthly / quarterly reports (AIF templates)

Form 64D & 64C under Income Tax

Annual PPM compliance report, valuation reports, and statutory audit disclosures

Other applicable compliances

Liaise with compliance teams and custodians to ensure adherence to SEBI AIF Regulations and FEMA guidelines , if applicable.

4. Audit, Taxation & Controls

Coordinate with statutory auditors, internal auditors, and tax advisors for fund-level audits and filings.

Ensure correct TDS computation and filing (Form 26Q, Form 15CA / CB where required).

Reconcile books with custodian / bank statements and investment manager records regularly.

Implement and maintain strong internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.

5. Systems, Process & Team Management

Lead or support automation initiatives including fund accounting software , Excel-based models, macros, and reconciliation tools.

Manage or mentor junior accountants or outsourced service providers.

Prepare dashboards and analytics for the Investment Manager / Fund Manager / Board.

Key Skills & Requirements :

M.Com / CMA / MBA Finance with 8+ years of experience in fund accounting, preferably in an AIF, PMS, or AMC.

Sound understanding of :

SEBI AIF Regulations (2012)

Indian accounting standards (IGAAP)

Debt instruments and cash flow-based valuation

NAV computation and investor-level unit accounting

Strong Excel and Zohobooks / ERP / specialized fund accounting tools knowledge.

Experience in audit, taxation, and regulatory reporting for AIFs.

Excellent analytical, communication, and team management skills.

Preferred Experience :

Prior exposure to Category III AIFs with leverage, complex fee structures , or frequent trading .

Experience handling multiple funds across different investor classes with varying fee and distribution structures.