Alternative Ops Fund Accounting

Who we are looking for This is the AIS Middle Office Assistant Manager role responsible for managing the daily operations of the team participate and working closely with higher management in order to meet the business unit goals and objectives Why this role is important to us The team you will be joining is a part of International Fund Services IFS acquired by State Street in July 2002 IFS also known as Alternative Investment Solutions is a recognized industry-leading provider of fund accounting fund administration and risk services to hedge funds and private equity funds These services are fully integrated to provide complete end-to-end solutions that span the front- middle- and back-office requirements of institutional investors Join us if making your mark in the alternative investment industry from day one is a challenge you are up for What you will be responsible for As Middle Office - Senior Associate you will Work review on pricing trade related tasks on daily weekly monthly tasks including security pricing validation and pricing system maintenance and answer queries from internal parties Assist manager and complete the flow of daily operations and be the subject matter expert for process Be able to professionally resolve issues and provide help to colleagues maintain the healthy relationship within the team Monitor the deliverables ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of deliverables Involve team daily operations be able to stay aware of potential risks and make improvement of the process work closely with manager and timely provide feedbacks and valuable suggestions confidently and efficiently communicate with home site maintain good relationship with home site Update and maintain procedures for all tasks activities and work with the Manager to ensure all corporate compliance risk policies and SOP s are adhered to by the team Be accountable for all the assigned tasks resolve complex issues and escalate as needed acting with a sense of urgency to meet required deliverables Build a collaborative relationship with inter-departmental contacts and achieve business goals Assist Manager in making enhancements to the daily operating model be active of taking responsibility in supporting project migrations etc Coordinate On-The-Job training for staff members and assist the Manager with staff development and succession planning What we value This role requires strong communication staff management and client serving skills as well relevant industry experience Education Preferred Qualifications Bachelor degree or above in Accounting Finance or Economics related field Finance background is preferred Minimum 2 years experience in financial services fund accounting and or a middle back-office operations environment big four accounting firm fund house work experience is preferred Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing Strong time management skills with the ability to priorities under pressure adapt to work under given timeline Advanced knowledge of MS office Strong problem solving and analytical skills Detail-oriented owner s mindset logical thinking strong learning ability sense of responsibility and team work are required Good interpersonal skill and team spirit effective communication organizational and negotiation skills Self-motivated creative and efficient in finding solutions to complex time-critical problems and strong analytical ability Experience with Geneva System and Bank Loan product type is a plus About State Street What we do State Street is one of the largest custodian banks asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world From technology to product innovation we re making our mark on the financial services industry For more than two centuries we ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people We provide investment servicing data analytics investment research trading and investment management to institutional clients Work Live and Grow We make all efforts to create a great work environment Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive Details vary in locations but you may expect generous medical care insurance and savings plans among other perks You ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential Discover more at StateStreet com careers