Fund Servicing Analyst

Job Description
If you're passionate, curious and ready to make an impact, we're looking for you to help us grow our businesses for the future.
As a Fund Accounting Analyst within the Securities Services Operations team, you will lead and manage back-office functions supporting clients and fund managers in Asia Pacific, primarily in Australia and New Zealand. You will provide accounting services for various assets, including Unlisted Unit Trusts, Hedge Funds, and Private Equity Unit Trusts. You will maintain high standards of client service and adapt processes to meet market and client demands.
Job responsibilities:

• Manage workflow and supervise staff to ensure accurate, timely processing and deadline adherence.
• Process and review transactions in the accounting book of records.
• Oversee preparation and reconciliation of financial statements, tax returns, and other deliverables.
• Coordinate with Sydney Financial Reporting, Tax, and downstream teams to resolve issues and respond to queries.
• Lead projects focused on process enhancements and productivity improvements.
• Conduct training and provide coaching to team members, ensuring adherence to procedures and standards.
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) as needed.
• Ensure compliance with audit and regulatory requirements, acting as a point of contact for auditors.
• Monitor and manage risk, implementing solutions to mitigate risk and improve efficiency.
• Provide backup coverage during staff absences and peak volume periods.
• Respond and interact with internal and external business lines, including Fund Accounting, Technology, Senior Management, Client Services, fund managers, auditors, consultants, and clients.

Required qualifications, skills, and capabilities:

• Ability to manage workflow and meet deadlines.
• Sound knowledge of financial markets and basic understanding of accounting and taxation principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership qualities and ability to motivate and build a cohesive team.
• Ability to provide feedback and coaching to develop team member skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities and escalate potential risks.
• Effective goal-setting, planning, and time management skills.
• Commitment to high standards of quality client service.
• Adaptability to new work structures and processes.
• Strong focus on risk awareness and controls.

Preferred qualifications, skills, and capabilities:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in Financial Industry.
• Background in Funds Services, Securities Services Operations and NAV Accounting is preferred.
• College degree - preferably Finance, Economics or Accountancy
• Understanding of custody mainframe systems and processes is beneficial.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to work early morning shifts starting at 5 AM PHT.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed to ensure workload completion
• Willingness to work on weekends depending on business requirement

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.