Associate, Cash Reconciliation (Afternoon Shift)

Company Description

Experience something Brilliantly Different with a career at MUFG Investor Services.   

Who are we? In a nutshell, MUFG Investor Services is part of the Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, and we partner with over 480 loyal global investment firms to provide them with administration, asset services, banking and fund financing. 

We’re in 14 global locations and provide an exceptional hub of Brilliantly Different talent to thrive.  

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Job Description

The Associate will operate and oversee reconciliation and review technology to deliver a full reconciled cash ledger to client operations teams as well as other agreed services which may be required in the future in the growth of the team.

The Associate will have a strong understanding of the structures and types of products within a private investment fund as well as strong accounting knowledge for the double entry and booking of transactions through the accounting system. Ideally the candidate will be a self-starter and also have a keen interest in learning new technologies and skills.

• Ensure client transaction processing is complete, booked correctly & back up evidence is accurate.
• Review reconciliations prepared by other members of the team where necessary to maintain flow of workloads and coverage across the wider team.
• Operate and oversee in-house reconciliation technology as well as being involved in internal discussions for improvements and automations.
• Ensure to engage in suggesting ideas and efficiency improvements to the process framework.
• Liaise with other Investor and Client delivery teams within MFS in other locations.
• Ensure accuracy at all times and ensure SLA deadlines are met and strictly adhered to.
• Support the new account migration processes.
• Involvement in projects and managing change.
• Oversight of reconciliation and data transmission technology.
• Escalate issues appropriately as and when needed.

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science, Math, Business Studies, Economics, Finance, Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered
• Candidates must have relevant experience within the investor services, private equity or asset management industry.
• Understanding of security transactions and investment fund structures.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping and capital transaction movements.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team, possessing strong problem solving skills.
• Experience with reconciliation tools or technology, a portfolio management system or an investment accounting general ledger, such as Investran, Geneva, Mantra or Yardi.
• Advanced Excel knowledge; comfortable with pivot table and functions e.g. TEXT, LOOKUP, MATH, IF, would be useful.
• Intermediate knowledge of VBA, SQL or any programming knowledge would be an advantage

Additional Information

What’s in it for you to join MUFG Investor Services?   

Take a look at our careers site and you’ll find everything you’d expect from a career with the fastest-growing business at one of the world’s largest financial groups. Now take another look. Because it’s how we defy expectations that really defines us. You’ll feel that difference in all kinds of ways.  Our vibrant CULTURE. Connected team. Love of innovation, laser client focus, and next-level LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT.  Oh, and we really walk the talk when it comes to HYBRID WORKING.     

So, why settle for the ordinary?  Apply now for a Brilliantly Different career.   

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those proceeding to the interview stage will be contacted.