Fund Servicing Associate
JPMorganChase
As a Fund Accounting Associate within J.P. Morgan Securities Services, you will manage the production and review of Net Asset Values (NAV) and other activities that lead to the correct valuation of mutual fund clients. This role involves taking direct responsibility for the production, review, and delivery of activities related to regulatory requirements and client reporting. You will participate in the production and review from both a detailed and quality perspective of NAV-impacting activities and regulatory reports while leading and developing a team of fund accounting professionals.
Job Responsibilities
Review cash and asset break reconciliations between accounting and custody systems, ensuring standard commentary is easily comprehended by all internal stakeholders and clients
Oversee day-to-day activities in accordance with SOPs and within agreed client deadlines and SLAs
Conduct ongoing analysis of client accounting records and escalate potential issues appropriately to relevant stakeholders
Identify and correct misstatements within the accounting records, demonstrating the ability to identify and escalate potential audit findings
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Resolve team queries effectively and act as a reference point for junior team members on technical, accounting, and audit-related matters
Interact with stakeholders proactively to respond to any accounting-related queries that may arise
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Recognize and act on opportunities to improve processes, developing and making recommendations for change while encouraging the team to contribute ideas for efficiency
Liaise with the OCM (internal control) team on any issues that arise requiring review
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Manage team's objective setting, performance reviews, and provide ongoing feedback to support professional development
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Understand the flow of information between accounting and custody systems, perform root-cause analysis of breaks, submit workflow or process redesign changes, and follow up with stakeholders or technology partners until closure to eliminate breaks at the source
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
Bring 7+ years of experience in Fund Accounting or Financial Reporting with a strong understanding of financial products
Demonstrate proven people management experience, including completion of performance reviews and objective setting for a team of 3-5 people
Exhibit strong management skills and the ability to build key internal relationships across multiple locations
Show exceptional attention to detail in reviewing documents and conducting analytical reviews of Fund Accounting numbers and reporting
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Possess excellent knowledge and understanding of all primary US Regulations, Mutual Funds, and NAV calculations
Demonstrate risk, control, and procedure-oriented mindset with strong adherence to compliance standards
Apply strong analytical and prioritization skills with the capability to make sound judgments
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Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with internal teams and external stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
Hold a postgraduate degree with a major in Finance or Accounting
Demonstrate experience working extensively in Fund Accounting or Financial Reporting environments
Show proficiency in fund accounting systems and custody platforms
Bring knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements including SEC regulations and compliance frameworks
Demonstrate experience in process improvement initiatives and change management
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
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J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
Join the Fund Services Operations team that is driving the success of both the client and JP Morgan in the Fund Services organization.