Portfolio Administration & Reporting Analyst

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a Portfolio Administration & Reporting Analyst to join our team. We work in a collaborative environment across different departments requiring excellent communication skills and where a high level of attention to detail and problem solving skills are essential attributes.

Why this role is important to us

The Portfolio Administration & Reporting team is responsible for providing reliable and timely information to the investment teams in relation to cash balances, stock positions, cashflows and NAVs. This data also impacts the Performance, Risk and Reporting functions. The team acts as intermediary in the flow of information from various service providers such as, fund accountants, custodians and clearing brokers, and verify the validity of information.

The team is also responsible for ensuring the release of periodic client reporting.

What you will be responsible for

Cash Reconciliation:

• Daily reconciliation of all cash balances and transactions of a dedicated group of funds. Reconciliations against custody cash statements are performed using applications within the ALTO Platform.
• Ensuring all cash breaks are investigated, following up with either internal or external departments. Resolving them as soon as practical to ensure the trading data in the front office system remains accurate.
• Dealing promptly with all queries from Portfolio Managers regarding cash balances projected in the front office system. Queries may also come from other departments such as Risk.

Stock Reconciliation:

• Monthly reconciliations of security positions of a dedicated group of funds. Reconciliations are performed against custody data using applications within the ALTO Platform.
• Responsibilities under the Stock Reconciliations process mirror those of the Cash Reconciliation.

NAV Reconciliation:

• To reconcile the NAVs generated in the front office system against the Fund Administrators NAV. The frequency of reconciliation is dependent on each fund, as is the level of detail of reconciliation.
• Ensuring breaks are investigated and any issues in the front office system are resolved.
• Liaising with the Investments and Risk teams in relation to any queries on these NAVs.

Client Reporting:

• Production of client reporting at the required frequency and within set deadlines.
• Reviewing and performing controls on the content of the reports, querying with internal departments to resolve any issues.

Cashflows:

• Ensuring the timely and accurate processing of in/out cashflows on clients’ portfolios in the front official system.
• Following up on any issues with the above and liaising with the Portfolio Managers.

What we value for the role

• Accuracy and a high level of attention to detail are essential.
• Proactive and skilled in relation to identifying, analyzing and solving problems
• Ability to work independently, but with an understanding of when to ask questions
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform routine tasks
• Good time management, organizational skills and ability to prioritise

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an investment management company, or fund administration/custodian environment desirable
• Advanced Excel skills
• Degree in Economics, Finance or Business discipline, or certifications from a professional organisation, e.g. Institute of Bankers, desirable
• Fluent English

About Amundi

What we do. With close to 4,700 team members, and market experts in 36 countries, Amundi provides retail, institutional and corporate clients with innovative investment strategies and solutions tailored to their needs, targeted outcomes and risk profiles. Amundi manages 2.310 trillion euros of assets across six main investment hubs.

What we offer. We make all efforts to create a great and positive work environment, focusing on retaining, nurturing and rewarding talent. As a member of our team, you will have access to competitive and comprehensive benefits package inclusive of flexible work options, mentorship as well as an opportunity for cross-functional and geographical internal mobility and a range of development programmes to help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social & Societal Responsibility. We pride ourselves in being a responsible and committed financial player. We are keen to develop a responsible, demanding vision of our business, paying rigorous attention to our employees ensuring there is equal opportunity, diversity, inclusion and non-discrimination. Amundi Ireland aim to help provide the tools to help balance your professional and personal life providing access to employee networks, such as our Women’s Network, Charity Committee and Mental Health Champions.