Job Description
Senior Fund Administrator
Overview
To provide investment operations support to Fund Operations boutique fund managers covering a range of portfolio administration functions namely valuations, corporate actions, cash forecasting, performance reporting, trade settlement management, cash movements, broker and custodian liaison, and relationship management. The role covers a range functions working on managed funds, private equity funds and listed investment companies. Investment types covers both domestic and international types including Equities, Futures, Options, FX, Currency forwards, Swaps, Fixed Income, and Managed Funds.
Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities
Strategic Focus
Provide support in the onboarding of new clients and ensuring the effective and timely implementation of client change requests
Contribute to project work to improve service quality e.g. system implementations, automation
Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders
Regularly review processes and procedures with a view to implementing efficiency and accuracy improvements
Operational Management
Accurately prepare and review unit prices for managed investment funds, private equity funds and listed investment companies
Produce and review Gross Asset Value (GAV) and Net Asset Value (NAV) including unit pricing calculation for NAV
Reconcile cash records, positions and trades to the custodian/ PB
Update portfolio system relating to investment trades, settlements, corporate actions, income receipts and cash movements
Prepare periodic reports to fund managers, their clients, and asset consultants
Ensure timely delivery of various reporting requirements to the Sydney team
Preparation of reconciled month end portfolios for accountants to complete unit pricing
Preparation of periodic reports to fund managers, their clients, and asset consultants
Update portfolio system relating to investment trades, settlements, corporate actions, income receipts and cash movements
People Leadership
Partner effectively with cross functional teams, including offshore counterparts, ensuring clear communication and knowledge sharing
Provide support, review and preparation of Investment Operations daily deliverables
Collaborate closely with the team and the broader organisation to achieve shared goals, treating all colleagues and clients as valued partners
Governance & Risk
Ongoing monitoring and improvement of risk and compliance controls.
Post trade compliance monitoring
Liaising with financial reporting team to answer audit queries.
Adopt a risk management culture, and effectively limit risk exposure to Corporate Markets with strategies to mitigate risk
Experience & Personal Attributes
3+ years registry experience in a custody, fund administrator or fund manager environment within a high volume, client focused working environment
Tertiary degree in relevant field such as Finance, Accounting or Commerce is required
Strong technical knowledge in financial markets including investment products, markets and securities
Process expert knowledge in the investment process and trading instruments across various asset classes
Comprehensive understanding of performance measurement, attribution analysis, and risk assessment models for evaluating investment outcomes.
Skilled in problem solving and implementing practical solutions
Proactively responds and adapts to change – supports and influences strategies to enable business transformation and enhancement
Excellent written & verbal communication to engage with people at all levels of the organisation and build strong relationships and trust with clients and internal stakeholders
Excellent organization skill - ability to multi-task in a high-pressure environment
Attention to detail – ensures accuracy and efficiency of daily tasks and high personal standards in all work areas
Takes ownership and pride of quality of work delivered to ensure exceptional client focussed approach
Overview
To provide investment operations support to Fund Operations boutique fund managers covering a range of portfolio administration functions namely valuations, corporate actions, cash forecasting, performance reporting, trade settlement management, cash movements, broker and custodian liaison, and relationship management. The role covers a range functions working on managed funds, private equity funds and listed investment companies. Investment types covers both domestic and international types including Equities, Futures, Options, FX, Currency forwards, Swaps, Fixed Income, and Managed Funds.
Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities
Strategic Focus
Provide support in the onboarding of new clients and ensuring the effective and timely implementation of client change requests
Contribute to project work to improve service quality e.g. system implementations, automation
Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders
Regularly review processes and procedures with a view to implementing efficiency and accuracy improvements
Operational Management
Accurately prepare and review unit prices for managed investment funds, private equity funds and listed investment companies
Produce and review Gross Asset Value (GAV) and Net Asset Value (NAV) including unit pricing calculation for NAV
Reconcile cash records, positions and trades to the custodian/ PB
Update portfolio system relating to investment trades, settlements, corporate actions, income receipts and cash movements
Prepare periodic reports to fund managers, their clients, and asset consultants
Ensure timely delivery of various reporting requirements to the Sydney team
Preparation of reconciled month end portfolios for accountants to complete unit pricing
Preparation of periodic reports to fund managers, their clients, and asset consultants
Update portfolio system relating to investment trades, settlements, corporate actions, income receipts and cash movements
People Leadership
Partner effectively with cross functional teams, including offshore counterparts, ensuring clear communication and knowledge sharing
Provide support, review and preparation of Investment Operations daily deliverables
Collaborate closely with the team and the broader organisation to achieve shared goals, treating all colleagues and clients as valued partners
Governance & Risk
Ongoing monitoring and improvement of risk and compliance controls.
Post trade compliance monitoring
Liaising with financial reporting team to answer audit queries.
Adopt a risk management culture, and effectively limit risk exposure to Corporate Markets with strategies to mitigate risk
Experience & Personal Attributes
3+ years registry experience in a custody, fund administrator or fund manager environment within a high volume, client focused working environment
Tertiary degree in relevant field such as Finance, Accounting or Commerce is required
Strong technical knowledge in financial markets including investment products, markets and securities
Process expert knowledge in the investment process and trading instruments across various asset classes
Comprehensive understanding of performance measurement, attribution analysis, and risk assessment models for evaluating investment outcomes.
Skilled in problem solving and implementing practical solutions
Proactively responds and adapts to change – supports and influences strategies to enable business transformation and enhancement
Excellent written & verbal communication to engage with people at all levels of the organisation and build strong relationships and trust with clients and internal stakeholders
Excellent organization skill - ability to multi-task in a high-pressure environment
Attention to detail – ensures accuracy and efficiency of daily tasks and high personal standards in all work areas
Takes ownership and pride of quality of work delivered to ensure exceptional client focussed approach
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Fund Administrator - MNC Financial Services position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Mumbai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.