Analyst, US Middle Office

Job description: Analyst, US Middle Office

Tasks

• Review of reconciliations between custodians, prime brokers and internal records of investment managers
• Daily/weekly reconciliation and investigation of fund net asset values with fund administrators to ensure accurate financial reporting. Provide intra-NAV estimates to asset managers on request
• Collaboration with various internal teams and databases to create reports and analyses
• Support the team in exceptional cases to handle ad hoc requests and perform daily/weekly/monthly functions
• Use of front office systems and other valuation tools (e.g. Bloomberg) to review and assess fund profit and loss; ad hoc reports to asset managers and/or management on performance and history
• Assisting in the development and implementation of operational processes for 40 Act funds, including regulatory reporting, daily reconciliations and ongoing compliance tasks

Technical development

• Contribution to the continuous improvement of systems, controls and workflows
• Learning and using other programming tools to improve processes and reporting

Stakeholder engagement

• Collaboration with team members and other departments in daily activities and long-term projects
• Clear communication of results and recommendations to various stakeholders

Professional development

• Use of training opportunities in technical and financial topics
• Continuous analysis of changing market conditions and new fund structures
• Active role in identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency
• Participation in the knowledge transfer and best practices of the team

Requirements

Essential skills and characteristics

• Robust code generating analytics roles (e.g. recent graduate or with up to one year's experience in a similar role)
• Attentive attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and be part of a close-knit team
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to explain complex ideas
• Instability in learning new concepts quickly
• Strong academic background in a quantitative or analytical field (mathematics, finance and accounting, physics, engineering, computer science or other data or finance-oriented disciplines)
• Familiarity with technology and infrastructure to build a career in the industry

Advantages (not required)

• Previous experience in financial services or accounting
• Professional qualifications (CFA, accounting qualifications) or studies
• Python programming (or similar languages), SQL or equivalent experience with enthusiasm to develop technical skills
• Familiarity with OIS/Treasury or other control systems

We offer

• Supportive team environment with experienced mentors
• Internal technical training program, including Python and OTI
• Opportunity to work on the latest technology
• Inclusive work environment that values quality of opportunity
• Career development opportunities and flexible working arrangements
• Two annual 'Mental Health Days' with paid leave