Junior Analyst - Finance & Operations

The Caravel Group is a prominent, family-led diversified conglomerate headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 2013, the Group has established itself as a significant player in the global maritime, commodities, and investment sectors. The Caravel Group operates through three primary verticals:
Caravel Maritime: This is a major pillar of the group. It includes Fleet Management Limited, the world’s second-largest third-party ship manager, overseeing a fleet of over 600 vessels, with over 27,000 seafarers.
Caravel Resources: This division is engaged in the trading and logistics of industrial dry bulk raw materials, primarily iron ore and thermal coal.
Caravel Asset Management: This arm manages the group’s investments, focusing on global public markets (equity and credit) and alternative investments like private equity and hedge funds.

Job Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Analyst to join our family office team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with 1–2 years of relevant work experience looking to develop deep expertise across fund accounting, operations, and cross-border project management. The role offers broad exposure across the investment lifecycle and direct involvement in strategic India-focused initiatives.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Accounting

The Analyst will take ownership of core accounting functions for the family office fund, including:

• Prepare monthly Net Asset Value (NAV) packs for the family office fund, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery to stakeholders
• Process and manage payments related to capital activities, including capital calls and distributions.
• Handle the settlement of day-to-day fund expenses, ensuring proper filing, approval workflows, and timely payment execution
• Maintain accurate accounting records and support month-end and year-end close processes
• Liaise with external administrators, auditors, and service providers on accounting matters
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements

2. Operations

On the operations side, the Analyst will gain hands-on experience in:

• Trade booking across asset classes, ensuring accurate and timely entry into Enfusion system
• Trade reconciliation between internal records, prime brokers, and custodians, with timely resolution of breaks
• Supporting the operational lifecycle of investments from execution through to settlement
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of operational controls and process documentation
• Coordinating with counterparties and internal stakeholders on trade-related queries

3. India Engagements

A dedicated component of the role focuses on India-related activities, providing exposure to cross-border investment operations:

• Support India tax-related matters, including compliance, filings, and liaising with onshore tax advisors
• Manage and coordinate payment flows related to India-based activities, including regulatory and vendor payments
• Assist in the administration of onshore investments in India, working alongside legal and tax counsel
• Monitor regulatory developments in India relevant to the fund's investment activities

Maintain documentation and records for India-related transactions 

Job Experience, Functional Knowledge and Qualifications

Education / Experience / Technical Skills required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• 1–2 years of experience in fund accounting, operations, or a similar financial services role
• CPA or CFA is required for candidates from Big Four or minimum 3 years fund administrator experience
• Exposure to NAV preparation, trade operations, or fund administration is advantageous
• Knowledge of or interest in India financial markets, tax, and regulatory environment is a plus
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Enfusion

General Skills / Attributes / Other:

• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information
• Good time management and prioritisation of tasks
• Self-motivated and highly committed
• Willing to be flexible and work after hours as needed

Competencies

• Analysis and problem solving
• Listening and communicating 
• Collaboration, inclusion and teamwork 
• Customer focus 
• Planning and organising 
• Initative
• Accountability