The People Practice - Our client, a Global Investment Management firm, is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Summary
- Our client is looking to hire an Associate, Finance & Operations who will be responsible for managing and optimizing the organization’s financial and operational functions.
- This includes preparing financial reports, asset and liability tracking, regulatory compliance, tax filing, payment processing, and reconciliation.
- The role also involves supporting the organization’s corporate actions, partner payments, financial planning, and annual audits.
- By ensuring accurate and efficient processes, the Associate will help drive financial health, operational excellence, and alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports, including asset reporting and portfolio liability reporting, in line with internal and external requirements.
- Track and report on key metrics, including financial health, operational efficiency, and budget utilization.
- Develop and execute reports for regulatory compliance, ensuring timely submission and adherence to financial regulations.
- Support tax filing processes and ensure accurate documentation for regulatory bodies.
- Collaborate with external auditors to ensure successful completion of the annual external audit process.
Regulatory & Compliance Management:
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to financial reporting, tax filing, and corporate actions.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation on policies and processes for audits and compliance checks.
Payment & Corporate Action Management:
- Oversee payment processes, ensuring timely disbursement and accurate reconciliation of all transactions.
- Manage corporate actions such as dividends, share buybacks, and other related activities.
- Process partner commission payments and ensure all financial obligations are met within agreed timelines.
- Perform interest expense reconciliations to maintain accuracy in financial statements.
Reconciliation, Financial Control & Bookkeeping:
- Support with Bookkeeping, reviews and daily reconciliation of financial transactions to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
- Perform subsidiary reconciliation and monthly balance reconciliation, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Maintain a robust internal control framework to minimize financial risks.
Financial Planning & Budgeting:
- With the oversight of the FC, lead the development of annual financial plans and budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Monitor budget execution and provide regular updates on variances and opportunities for cost optimization.
- Collaborate with team leads to review budget performance and recommend adjustments as needed.
- Support procurement, logistics, and vendor relationship management to ensure cost-effective operations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial reporting, finance operations management, or a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience with financial assets/liabilities reporting, tax & regulatory compliance, budgeting, and reconciliation processes.
- Advanced proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Infoware, QuickBooks, etc).
- Strong knowledge of tax regulations, regulatory reporting, and audit requirements.
Must Have Skills:
- Proactive problem-solving approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to analyze large datasets effectively.