Gawtam Sarva Saw Keejoo
Midlands
Summary
Dynamic Senior Fund Accountant with Apex Fund Services, adept at enhancing operational efficiency and mentoring teams. Proven expertise in fund accounting and compliance, utilizing Efront and Ark software. Recognized for exceptional communication and a proactive approach, delivering insightful financial reports and driving client satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Fund Accountant II
Apex Fund Services (Mauritius) Ltd
Plaine Whillhems
03.2024 - Current
- Managed Closed Ended Fund (CEF) accounting processes for multiple client portfolios (10) efficiently.
- Managed closed-ended fund (CEF) accounting processes for various investment vehicles.
- Prepared reports on cash flow, investment performance, and other analyses as requested by management.
- Prepared NAV and financial statements in compliance with regulatory standards. (Efront & Ark)
- Generated weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance summaries, Capital Account Statements for Investors, along with commentary highlighting key changes in the market environment.
- Reviewed and reconciled bank statements and general ledgers.
- Assisted in audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.
- Mentored junior accountants on best practices and procedures.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. (Efront & Ark)
- Collaborated with clients to resolve accounting inquiries and issues.
- Utilized accounting software for accurate data entry and reporting.
- Responded promptly to client inquiries regarding their investments in a professional manner.
- Created various monthly, quarterly, annual reports for investors and regulatory bodies as required by law or contractual agreements.
- Conducted compliance audits and AML/CFT audits to ensure adherence to regulations and policies.
- Involved in the investor onboarding process.
Client Accountant
AYXS Group
Ebene
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed GBC client accounts, and maintained accurate financial records. Portfolio of 40 clients, GBC, AC, and Trusts and prepared monthly financial statements and reports for client review.
- Communicated with clients to resolve accounting inquiries and issues.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline accounting processes.
- Managed payments from customers, vendors, and suppliers, ensuring that all funds were properly allocated and accounted for.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations and accounting standards.
- Assisted in budgeting and forecasting activities for client projects.
- Utilized accounting software to track transactions and manage accounts. (QuickBooks and Viewpoint)
- Trained junior staff on best practices in client account management.
Accounts Officer
Mauritius Finance
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Preparing of management accounts (Xero), budgets and deferred income schedules.
- Provide training on Xero accounting software to staff and management.
- Petty cash and Bank reconciliations.
- Invoice designing.
Accounts Officer
Baker Tilly Mauritius
04.2020 - 01.2022
- Client accounting - Preparing of management accounts for clients on Xero, Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks (Online and offline version) - Portfolio of 7 monthly and 10 yearly clients.
- Preparation and filing of monthly MNS returns; VAT, TDS, CSG (NPF), NSF and PAYE.
- Preparation of Payroll - Small firm (around 15 employees).
- Preparation of Fixed Asset Register.
- Provide training on Xero accounting software to clients and new joiners.
- Invoice designing for clients.
- Preparation of full set of accounts with notes as per the IFRS guidelines under the supervision of the Head of department.
- Administrative and accounting work performed on Le Meritt Elipsis. (3 towers at Trianon) - Liaising with all Associates and Gerants. - Monthly accounting. AGM preparation and presentation of Annual accounts.
Finance Associate
ABSA Bank
Ebene
12.2017 - 02.2019
- Regulatory returns.
- Group reporting (Liquidity returns basics).
- Filing of returns to the Bank of Mauritius on XBRL.
- Reconciliations and consolidation of data from Trade Finance department and other departments.
- Assisted the preparation of the annual report 2017.
- Maintaining Fixed asset register on a monthly basis.
- Inventory count and tagging of Fixed Assets in branches and main office.
- Posting Journals on SAP Finance (ERP System).
- Absa Bank (Mauritius) Limited, Finance - Financial Control Department
Education
BSc (Hons) Applied Accounting - Accounting
Open University
Curepipe03-2026
ACCA Level 2 - Accounting And Finance
ACCA
ACCA Level 1 - Accounting And Finance
ACCA
Higher School Certificate - Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, General Paper, Computer Science
11.2016
Cambridge School Certificate - Principles of Accounts, Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Studies, English, Additional Mathematics, French
11.2013
Model United Nation - MUN
01.2013
Skills
- Good writing and speech skills in English
- Accomplished communication skills
- Sense of responsibility
- Competitive attitude
- Proactive approach to decision-making
- Ability to work under pressure
- Meeting deadlines
- Computer literate
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proficiency in Excel
- Proficiency in Word
- Proficiency in PowerPoint
- Proficiency in accounting software (Quickbook, Efront & Ark)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/15/97
- Gender: Male
References
Furnished upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
- Traveling and exploring new countries
- Music
- Outdoor Sports
- Passionate about cars
- Fishing
Other Names
Sarva Saw
Special Skills
- Good writing and speech skills in English, Accomplished communication skills, both written and verbal, which has been developed through numerous essays and presentations given during my time at college and previous jobs.
- Sense of responsibility and competitive attitude, Have a great sense of responsibility towards work and very self-challenging in order to excel.
- Proactive approach to decision-making, Can take decisions when needed and work well under pressure. Able to meet deadline within reasonable time frame.
- Computer literate, Proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and some accounting software.
Timeline
Senior Fund Accountant II
Apex Fund Services (Mauritius) Ltd
03.2024 - Current
Client Accountant
AYXS Group
03.2022 - 02.2024
Accounts Officer
Mauritius Finance
01.2022 - 12.2022
Accounts Officer
Baker Tilly Mauritius
04.2020 - 01.2022
Finance Associate
ABSA Bank
12.2017 - 02.2019
BSc (Hons) Applied Accounting - Accounting
Open University
ACCA Level 2 - Accounting And Finance
ACCA
ACCA Level 1 - Accounting And Finance
ACCA