Analyst, Middle Office Accounting

Job description: Analyst, Middle Office Accounting

Tasks

• Core Operations:
  • Perform and analyze financial products and derivatives, including their pricing and profit-loss calculations
  • Support daily operational processes including hedge fund valuations and reconciliations
  • Work with various internal teams and databases to deliver reporting and analytics
  • Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives
• Technical Development:
  • Contribute to the team's continuous improvement of systems, controls and workflows
  • Learn and utilize programming tools to enhance data processes and reporting
• Stakeholder engagement:
  • Collaborate with team members and other departments both in daily activities and long-term projects
  • Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to various stakeholders
• Professional Development:
  • Take advantage of training opportunities in technical and financial topics
  • Develop understanding of investment operations and market infrastructure
  • Contribute to the team's process improvement and projects
  • Engage in the team's knowledge sharing and best practices

Requirements

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset with ability to solve complex problems
• Ability to listen to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a global team
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to face questions
• Advanced ability to translate technical concepts into simple, concise quality
• Strong academic background in a quantitative and analytical field (Mathematics, Finance and Accounting, Physics, Engineering and Computer Science are good examples)
• Interest in financial markets and motivation to build a career in the industry

Advantages (but not required)

• Previous exposure to financial services industry
• Professional qualifications (ACA, accounting qualification) or studying towards
• Python programming (or similar languages), SQL, or other technical skills
• Familiarity with SQS/Bloomberg or other vendor control systems

We offer

• Inclusive work environment with culture and values that promote inclusion
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Competitive vacation entitlements
  • Pension/AVC
  • Life and long-term disability insurance
  • Group accident insurance
  • Extended parental leave and flexible working arrangements
• Additional benefits, such as:
  • Private health insurance
  • Cheap gym membership options
• 2 annual 'Meaningful days' for charitable activities