Analyst- Japanese Client Reporting Analyst

Role & responsibilities

• Efficient and timely coordination with subject matter experts in performance and data, as well as internal and external partners, to gather information on various funds and strategies.
• Utilize Alladin/Vermilion and Seismic for generating reports.
• Focus on Fixed Income Funds
• Develop customized Excel and PDF reports based on client requests for different fund strategies.
• Skilled in producing "Due Diligence Questionnaires" (DDQs), Client Reports for various investment products of asset management firms and investment banks.
• Thorough documentation, tracking, and reporting of processes and tasks.
• Diligent in handling and resolving institutional client inquiries.
• Prepare client reports to meet the needs of onshore client partners.
• Knowledge and interest in the Asset Management Industry, with a basic understanding of Capital Market concepts.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with multiple teams and stakeholders in Japanese and English Language.
• Support the team in maintaining current reporting procedures, tools, and workflows required for the process.
• Collaborate with the client's reporting/data team and internal teams to obtain information on various funds/strategies managed by the client promptly.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with fund prospectuses, annual reports, and offering documents.
• Background in Capital Markets, Mutual Funds, ETFs, etc. is preferred.
• Respond promptly to client inquiries by collaborating with relevant stakeholders as needed.
• Manage group mailbox, trackers, and assist with Management Information System (MIS) reporting.
• Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all activities. Maintain control over access across different tools, shared drives and other material including user tools.
• Support all aspects in improvement of the reporting process including opportunities to build efficiency, and enhanced control measures.

Preferred candidate profile

• Japanese Language and exposure to Japanese process/clients
• An individual with a Bcom/Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree and 1 to 2 years of professional experience is sought after for this position.
• Candidates who are pursuing N2 Level Japanese Language have additional advantage
• Knowledge in investment accounting and/or regulatory experience would be beneficial.
• It is desirable for candidates to understand the Asset Management industry, various asset classes, and investment products.
• Familiarity with financial markets and basic financial concepts is important.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook at an intermediate to advanced level is required.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential.

Strong numeracy and quantitative skills are highly valued.