FNZ is the global platform provider in the wealth management sector, partnering with over 650 of the world’s leading financial institutions and over 8,000 wealth management firms. With over 5,000 employees in 24 countries, FNZ’s mission is to open-up wealth, empowering all people to create wealth through personal investment, aligned with things they care about the most, on their own terms.
FNZ combines technology, infrastructure and investment operations in a single state-of-the-art platform that frees its institutional customers to create hyper-personalized and innovative products and services, that are seamlessly aligned with the needs of their clients. To date, FNZ has enabled over 20 million people, from all wealth segments, to invest in an effective, simple and transparent way, making wealth management accessible to everyone.
The Job: Fund Accountant (Medior) (24-months FTE contract)
The key responsibilities of the department include:
- Providing a high-quality Fund Accounting service to FNZ Ireland's clients and acting as a key point of contact for operational and accounting queries.
- Producing accurate and timely fund valuations and Net Asset Values (NAVs), ensuring all deadlines and regulatory requirements are met.
- Reviewing and analysing fund accounting information to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Executing trades with international fund managers in accordance with client mandates and investment guidelines.
- Managing treasury activities and monitoring cash positions to ensure efficient liquidity management.
- Recording, reviewing and validating fund transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
- Performing complex reconciliations and investigating reconciling items to resolution.
- Assisting in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial and statutory reporting requirements.
- Liaising directly with clients, custodians, fund managers, brokers, auditors and banking partners on operational matters.
- Supporting new client onboarding, fund launches and change initiatives.
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls and operational efficiency.
- Assisting in the training and development of junior team members and providing guidance on day-to-day activities.
- Utilising FNZ's technology platforms and reporting tools to investigate issues and enhance service delivery.
- Ensuring all activities are performed in line with internal controls, policies and regulatory requirements.
The Person:
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in Fund Accounting, Investment Operations, Financial Services Operations or a related discipline. They will demonstrate strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of deliverables within a fast-paced environment.
They should also have:
- A degree in Commerce, Business Studies, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics or a related discipline.
- 1-3 years' experience in Fund Accounting, Financial Services, Investment Operations or a similar role.
- A strong understanding of fund accounting principles, unit pricing and reconciliation processes.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of numerical accuracy.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with SQL, Power BI, data analytics or automation tools would be advantageous.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet challenging deadlines.
- A proactive approach to identifying issues and driving improvements.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A customer-focused mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality service.
- Knowledge of a European language would be beneficial but not essential.
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively within a collaborative team environment.
The role is 40hrs for week with a salary of 37,544 EUR/annum
We reserve the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of the Group.
FNZ Ireland Equal Opportunity and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
About FNZ
FNZ is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. We know the foundation to do that already exists in the wealth management industry, but complexity holds firms back.
We created wealth’s growth platform to help. We provide a global, end-to-end wealth management platform that integrates modern technology with business and investment operations. All in a regulated financial institution.
We partner with the world’s leading financial institutions, with over US$2.5 trillion in assets on platform (AoP).
Together with our clients, we empower nearly 30 million people across all wealth segments to invest in their future.
