Fund Administrator at Careers @ MUFG Pension & Market Services

Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fund Administration, Unit Pricing, NAV Calculation, Portfolio Reconciliation, Corporate Actions, Trade Settlement, Cash Forecasting, Performance Reporting, Relationship Management, Risk Management, Compliance Monitoring, Microsoft Excel, Stakeholder Management, Investment Operations, Financial Reporting, Audit Liaison

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Overview To provide investment operations support to Fund Operations boutique fund managers covering a range of portfolio administration functions namely valuations, corporate actions, cash forecasting, performance reporting, trade settlement management, cash movements, broker and custodian liaison, and relationship management. The role covers a range functions working on managed funds, private equity funds and listed investment companies. Investment types cover both domestic and international types including Equities, Futures, Options, FX, Currency forwards, Swaps and Fixed Income. Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities Strategic Focus * Provide support in the onboarding of new clients and ensuring the effective and timely implementation of client change requests * Contribute to project work to improve service quality e.g. system implementations, automation * Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders such as wholesale and retail clients, custodians, fund managers and brokers * Regularly update processes and procedures with a view to implementing efficiency and accuracy improvements Operational Management * Accurately prepare unit prices for managed investment funds, private equity funds and listed investment companies * Produce and review Gross Asset Value (GAV) and Net Asset Value (NAV) including unit pricing calculation for NAV * Reconcile cash records, positions and trades to the custodian/ PB * Update portfolio system relating to investment trades, settlements, corporate actions, income receipts and cash movements * Prepare periodic reports to fund managers, their clients, and asset consultants * Ensure timely delivery of various reporting requirements to fund managers * Preparation of reconciled month end portfolios for accountants to complete unit pricing * Preparation of periodic reports to fund managers, their clients, and asset consultants * Update portfolio system relating to investment trades, settlements, corporate actions, income receipts and cash movements People Leadership * Partner effectively with cross functional teams, including offshore counterparts, ensuring clear communication and knowledge sharing * Train, mentor and provide feedback to teams (including offshore team in India) * Provide support and preparation of Investment Operations daily deliverables * Collaborate closely with the team and the broader organisation to achieve shared goals, treating all colleagues and clients as valued partners Governance & Risk * Ongoing monitoring and improvement of risk and compliance controls. * Post trade compliance monitoring * Liaising with financial reporting team to answer audit queries. * Adopt a risk management culture, and effectively limit risk exposure to MUFG Corporate Markets with strategies to mitigate risk The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time-to-time based on business needs. Experience & Personal Attributes * CA/CPA qualified or partly qualified (preferred but not essential) * At least 1-2 years’ experience in a custody, fund administrator or fund manager environment * Motivated, 'hands-on' person with initiative, an inquisitive mind and a willingness to deal with multiple tasks * Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills as a large portion of the role involves interaction with both internal and external parties * Ability to work as a part of a team * High attention to detail * Able to work with conflicting deadlines * Able to manage work and study commitments * Competent Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word user and ability to learn new software quickly MUFG Pension & Market Services is a global, digitally enabled business that empowers a brighter future by connecting millions of people with their assets – safely, securely and responsibly. Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient and scalable services, purpose-built solutions and modern technology platforms that deliver world class outcomes and experiences. A member of MUFG, a global financial group, we help manage regulatory complexity, improve data management and connect people with their assets, through exceptional user experience that leverages the expertise of our people combined with scalable technology, digital connectivity and data insights. Our MUFG Corporate Markets division provides clients with a comprehensive corporate market offering that connects issuers to their stakeholders. Our uniquely integrated range of corporate markets capabilities includes shareholder management and analytics, stakeholder engagement, share and unit registry, employee share plans, and digital and print communications. We also offer company secretarial support, as well as various specialist offerings such as insolvency solutions. We operate in twelve countries throughout Australasia, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, United Kingdom and Europe. Our teams combine a wealth of industry experience with a rigorous focus on client management to deliver a premium service underpinned by market leading digital technology provided by our Technology division. MUFG Pension & Market Services is building a dynamic, client focused, caring and inclusive culture that is built on the foundations of an entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy and trust, and underpinned by its core values. We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of the MUFG Pension & Market Services journey and together we will achieve our full potential. We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities. Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at MUFG Pension & Market Services. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.

Responsibilities

Provide investment operations support for boutique fund managers, focusing on valuations, NAV calculations, and portfolio administration. Manage trade settlements, corporate actions, and maintain relationships with custodians, brokers, and clients.