Asset Manager - Fund Accounting - Senior Associate

Job Description

The main function of the role is: Work in conjunction with individuals on the team as well as other Shared Services/COEs, outsource partners, Client Operations, other business units as needed to ensure seamless processing according to the fund’s policies, to ensure NAV/yield accuracy and that all SLAs are met.

What you will be responsible for:

As Senior Associate you will:

• Manage the day-to-day activities of a functional/oversight team by monitoring, reviewing and validating all daily activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness in calculations and processing, as well as adherence to controls, e.g. ensuring accurate g/l and/or balance for daily pricing

• Provide timely accurate management reporting and issue log maintenance, under moderate supervision

• Research and resolve exceptions and issues

• Escalate unresolved issues to management as required

• Reconcile and resolve discrepancies with other Shared Service teams, external clients and Client Operations as needed

• Ensure all inquiries are resolved in a timely and accurate manner and communicates effectively with client when necessary

• Ensure appropriate records of daily and monthly activities are kept

• Coordinate effective and timely flow of critical information to all relevant parties and follows up on administrative details within the department

• Oversee the adherence to Standard Operating Procedures

• Maintain knowledge of current alternative procedures and processes

• Assist with workflow management and technology enhancement, make suggestions to streamline operations

• Document any updates or changes to formal procedures, databases, etc.

• Participate in projects as well as prepare and verify information for those various projects/special requests as directed

• Train, develop and motivate new staff and complete performance appraisals

• Provide staffing recommendations by interviewing new personnel

• Coordinate and supervise work efforts when multiple Associates are needed to complete work

• Provide coaching and development opportunities to staff, participate in individual on-going training and development

• Has accountability and responsibility for completing and delivering PPRs on time

• Make effective recommendations to hire, discipline, control work and terminate employment

• Make effective recommendations for promotions, salary increases and bonuses.

• During the course of normal day to day operations, responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and must report and/or escalate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures.

• Perform duties of Associates if required, perform other duties as assigned.

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

Competencies:

• Client focus: – Act as a focal point of contact to maintain strong client relationship; actively participate in internal and client meetings. Respond to client queries.

• Leadership Focus – Leverage experience and technical expertise to support peers globally by providing guidance and training, and fully support and participate in all aspects of employee engagement.

• Operational Efficiency Focus:  Actively participate in an efficient and effective global operating model, collaborating with peers globally, and using standard technology, best practices, and optimal functions.

• Performance Focus: Provide excellent service to clients through a results-oriented mindset

• Quality & Risk Focus: Understand and minimize risk through adhering to standard and client specific operating procedures and through broad participation in the global training program. Focus on qualitative work, attention to detail with a thorough understanding of business impact and ways to minimize risk

Mandatory Skill Sets:

• Good understanding of financial services and investment products

• Excellent Communication Skills

• Problem Solving & Analytical Skills

• Ability to work on MS Office (Excel, Word and PPT)

Additional Skill Sets:

• Good understanding of financial services and investment products.

• Strong attention to detail and a focus on service.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet internal and industry deadlines.