Funds Operations Officer

Department: Funds department in International Private Bank

SUMMARY

The Funds Operations Officer is responsible for managing and processing corporate actions accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with internal and external regulations. The person will report directly to Funds Department Managers.

MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and process voluntary and mandatory corporate action events 
• Interpret and analyze corporate action notifications from custodians and other sources.Ensure accurate and timely updates to internal systems regarding event details.
• Liaise with custodians, counterparties, and fund managers to resolve discrepancies and obtain necessary instructions.
• Communicate corporate action details and deadlines to relevant internal teams and clients.
• Reconcile positions, entitlements, and cash flows related to corporate actions.
• Prepare and deliver accurate reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure that all corporate actions are processed in line with applicable regulations and internal policies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market rules and corporate action procedures across different jurisdictions.
• Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting enhancements.
• Collaborate with IT and operational teams to test and implement system upgrades.

PROFILE

• Minimum 3- 4 years of experience in corporate actions, asset servicing, or a related role within banking or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of investment funds business 
• Proficiency in using corporate actions and investment management systems.
• Familiarity with SWIFT messaging and market-specific systems (e.g., Allfunds, Clearstream) is a plus.
• Excellent command of English; additional languages are a plus.
• Knowledge of Avaloq will be considered an asset 

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Eager to learn with an understanding of world business and financial affairs and an awareness of trends and current activity in the financial market
• Numerate and analytical; capable of evaluating complex financial information
• Accurate and methodical, with great attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in pressured environments
• Good judgement and decision-making skills
• Ability to liaise effectively with clients and other organisations
• Confident and positive image
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential 
• Time Management: Capability to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent Team player

To be considered for this recruitment process, please send your CV to michael.mandic@andersonwise.com . Your application will be treated with the utmost discretion. 

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Experienced Fund Controller

Anderson Wise is pleased to assist an Alternative Investment Fund Manager (Luxembourg-based AIFM) in its search of an experienced Fund Controller to take responsibility for the oversight of fund accounting and related operations for the Luxembourg funds under management.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, multicultural and friendly team.

Your Responsibilities

• Reviewing and approving the quarterly NAV calculations, Capital Account Statements, and Investor Reporting
• In conjunction with the other Fund Controllers, overseeing and managing the preparation of annual financial statements for investment vehicles and holding companies as well as liaising with external auditors to cover the annual audits
• Reviewing and approving capital calls, distributions, and fee calculations
• Overseeing and approving payment processing of invoices, general cost oversight and cash management
• Responsible for the ongoing monitoring of cash movements of the funds, managing liquidity, and building cashflow forecasts for the funds and related entities
• Supporting the different reporting and investor query functions
• Contribute to enhancement of existing policies and procedures and implementation of technology solutions to ensure an efficient Fund Controlling function
• Leading the oversight of the delegated Fund Accountant in conjunction with the Conducting Officer in charge of Fund Administration Oversight
• Assisting with valuation-related work at the request of the Conducting Officer in charge of Valuation, as required

Your profile

• Degree in accounting/finance/economics (ACCA or equivalent certification would be a strong asset)

• You have from 6 years of professional experience in Fund Accounting / Audit / or controlling in Luxembourg with knowledge of US GAAP and Lux GAAP. An experience in another AIFM or Fund Administrator would be an advantage
• Valuation experience particularly in private equity or similar assets is also an advantage
• You have strong experience and knowledge of Private Equity Funds or other illiquid alternative asset classes
• You have an entrepreneurial spirit with a proven ability to implement new processes and procedures
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Fluent in English

Could this be the right opportunity for you? Please do not hesitate to send your CV to Valerie Potier valerie.potier@andersonwise.com to be considered for this recruitment process. Your application will be treated with the utmost discretion.  

When using our services, our clients require that we introduce candidates already in possession of a valid Luxembourg work permit. If this is not your case, we regret to inform you we will not be able to consider your application.

We take your privacy as our utmost concern and we manage your data with highest degree of confidentiality. Before applying to any of our opportunities, we invite you to read our privacy policy, available on our website.

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