Senior Depository Analyst - Fund Services

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent DEPARTMENT: Fund Services DIVISION: Institutional Client Services WORKPLACE STRUCTURE: Hybrid Role OverviewPURPOSE OF JOB The Senior Depositary Analyst is responsible for a number of client funds and carrying out reviews of those funds in a timely manner and in accordance with internal procedures. The role also involves assisting the Depositary manager/ supervisor in the day-to-day operations of the depositary services team including reviewing work completed by the Depositary Analysts. Main Responsibilities And Duties The primary responsibilities will be in the areas of “Cash Flow Monitoring”, “Record Keeping and Verification of Other Assets” & “NAV Oversight”. This includes review of significant and inconsistent cash transactions, verification of asset ownership, and a range of oversight duties including ensuring compliance with the fund prospectus, review of shareholder transactions and fund valuations.

• Review work completed by the Depositary Analysts and report on any shortcomings/gaps discovered
• Ensure that breaches, pricing and transfer agency errors are logged and resolved in a timely manner.
• Review fund valuations, in line with department defined timelines and procedures, to ensure they have been completed accurately and in accordance with the Regulations and the fund documentation.
• Review shareholder trade processing and controls/procedures in the Transfer Agency unit.
• Ensure daily cashflow monitoring and record keeping of other asset duties are completed.
• Liaise with fund administrators and investment managers to ensure that any breaches of investment restrictions and queries are resolved in a timely manner.
• Highlight significant issues to the depositary supervisor, or manager.
• Work effectively within the team but show appropriate levels of initiative.
• Facilitate open communication with depositary team members and staff members to identify any potential issues/improvements.
• Assist with on-site visits to fund administrators.
• Adhere to CPD requirements in accordance with qualification level and in-house procedures.
• Adhere to the JTC core values and expected behaviours.
• Any other duties as deemed necessary by Management.

Essential Requirements

• Third level or Professional Qualification (preferably Business Studies/Accounting/Finance).
• Depositary or Fund accounting experience, with exposure to a broad range of hedge funds or private equity / real estate funds.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint). Knowledge of pricing / market data systems (such as Bloomberg) would be an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team.
• Strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail.

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