ABOUT AAVISHKAAR CAPITAL:

Aavishkaar Capital is an Impact fund manager focused on the Global South. A pioneer in taking an

entrepreneurship-based approach to scaling businesses for impact, Aavishkaar Capital's unique approach has resulted in its invested enterprises positively impacting over 500 million MSMEs and livelihoods (40% of whom are women) and creating over 43,000 jobs. Aavishkaar Capital invests in sectors such as Sustainable Agriculture, Financial Inclusion and Essential Services across India, Emerging Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Aligned to 13 out of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, Aavishkaar Capital has raised eight funds, while generating commercial returns with over c.$500 million in assets under management. Aavishkaar Capital is the impact investing arm of the Aavishkaar Group, the impact platform with presence in Microfinance, MSME Lending and ecosystem building across India, Emerging Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. Aavishkaar Group with its vision to bridge the opportunity gap for the emerging 3 Billion, currently manages over USD 1 billion in Impact Assets across its platform.

For more details please visit www.aavishkaarcapital.in

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Assistant Manager - Funds role offers an excellent platform for an early-career finance professional to build strong expertise in private equity and venture capital fund operations. The position provides end-to-end exposure to fund accounting, compliance, taxation, investor reporting, and governance across Aavishkaar Capital's domestic and offshore funds. You will work closely with senior finance team members, fund administrators, auditors, and legal advisors-gaining hands-on experience across multiple fund structures and regulatory environments. The role also provides an opportunity to learn the nuances of SEBI AIF compliance, investor communication, and financial reporting under IGAAP and IFRS. This position is ideal for a motivated Chartered Accountant looking to grow within a seasoned team of finance professionals at one of India's most established and respected fund management platforms, offering rich exposure and long-term career growth in the alternative investment industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Fund Accounting & Operations

- Review and maintain accounts for domestic and offshore fund entities and related structures (Trustee, SPVs, EWTs, etc.)

- Manage fund drawdowns, capital calls, investor distributions, and cash flow requirements

- Support investment and exit transactions, disbursements, and related processes.

- Manage fund banking operations, statutory & Vendor payments

- Coordinate with auditors, valuers, and fund administrators to ensure timely completion of audits and financial statements under IGAAP and IFRS.

- Liaise with external service providers including fund administrators, legal advisors, tax consultants, custodians, and bankers

- Ensure timely and accurate data maintenance on fund management software

2. Compliance & Regulatory Reporting

- Ensure adherence to SEBI AIF Regulations, Income Tax and other regulatory provisions,

- Prepare and review quarterly SEBI reports, annual compliance filings, and other regulatory submissions

- Prepare/review and maintain legal documentation, resolutions, and compliance trackers

3. Investor Reporting

- Prepare/review investor capital account statements, quarterly reports, and fund performance metrics (NAV, IRR)

- Handle investor queries and information requests

- Support investor onboarding, KYC/AML checks, and due diligence processes

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

- CA with 1-2 years post-qualification relevant work experience, working with private equity / venture capital Fund managers, Custodians, Trustees.

- CA freshers with articleship or prior experience with a Big Four or mid-sized audit firm, preferably handling audits of AIFs, may also apply.

- Additional Knowledge Areas (Desirable)

o Familiarity with SEBI AIF Regulations, fund documentation, and investor reporting formats.

o Understanding of fund structures (Trusts, LLPs, SPVs, EWTs) and related accounting nuances

o Basic understanding of Income Tax, GST, and FEMA provisions applicable to AIFs.

o Working knowledge of fund management or accounting software.

o Working knowledge of IFRS and fair-value accounting concepts relevant to investments.

o Familiarity with automation and AI tools in compliance & reporting.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

- High integrity with a strong compliance-first and ownership mindset.

- Solid foundation in accounting, financial reporting, and MIS analysis.

- Proficient in MS Office tools and automation for process efficiency.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail capabilities.

- Clear communicator with effective stakeholder management and teamwork skills.