Senior Analyst - Middle Office Client Services

Job Description

At Franklin Templeton, we’re driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients’ achievements. Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world! What is IBOR Services - responsible for? The team is responsible for a variety of investment accounting functions such as recording cash-related transactions in the SimCorp Dimension application, reconciling cash and security positions to various custodian records, and ensuring the portfolios are in good order for Portfolio Managers. What is the Senior Analyst - IBOR – in the IBOR responsible for? The Senior Analyst is responsible for reviewing all IBOR Services Operations through process and data analysis in order to ensure that appropriate internal controls are in place. This may include reconciling, analysis, and/or reporting. To resolve non-routine problems in a timely manner in order to minimize financial and operational risk exposure. To support the IBOR Services team’s initiatives, providing leadership and expertise in all key functions related to IBOR Services. May assist with the planning and administration of the daily work assigned to staff in order to ensure it is completed in accordance with departmental guidelines. What are the ongoing responsibilities of the Senior Analyst - IBOR? Core Responsibilities Ensure timely completion of reconciliations, daily/periodic processes within a specified line group. Review and provide signoffs for accounting transactions which breaches specified thresholds. Support analysts in the resolution of cash and/or security breaks in a timely manner through use of effective communication skills. Monitor daily and monthly reporting requirements to ensure department deliverables are met. Prepare /Review applicable reporting to internal and external entities. Propose procedure revisions as weaknesses and inefficiencies are identified. Assist supervisor in staff and workflow planning to ensure proper coverage of daily work within a specified line group. Provide training/cross training to new/existing team members Actively play a key role in project and process implementation, i.e., requirements gathering, gap analysis, roll out process/procedures, training, etc. Problem Solving, Decision-making And Analytical Skills Analyze, identify, and report trends in a timely manner. Recommend ways to minimize the reoccurrence of any exceptions noted. Guide team in resolving non-routine problems and escalate to the supervisor and/or manager. Ensure timely resolution of these issues considering impact to other areas and sites. Liaise with internal and external teams to resolve issues and discrepancies Test and recommend process or product changes to maximize system efficiencies or enhancements and ensure that appropriate internal controls are in place. Other Responsibilities Assist in compilation of management reporting such as performance metrics and ad hoc reporting. Complete tracking of assigned goals for performance management. Offer suggestions for improvement to department workflows. Attend, participate in and provide feedback for department meetings Work on special projects as assigned Assist with maintaining up-to-date department procedures. What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful? Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Business, Accounting or Finance preferred 3-5 years of accounting experience in the financial services industry Basic knowledge of mutual fund industry regulations and accounting standards Good knowledge of MS Excel and other Microsoft Office applications Able to work independently, take initiative and demonstrate accountability Good analytical and organizational skills Good verbal and written communication skills Experience with the SimCorp Dimension Accounting System and Reconciliation Manager would be viewed favorably Proficiency in business intelligence tools (VBA, Power Apps. Alteryx) preferred. Work Shift Timings - 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM IST Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential! Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life. Hear more from our employees By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered. Highlights Of Our Benefits Include Professional development growth opportunities through in-house classes and over 150 Web-based training courses An educational assistance program to financially help employees seeking continuing education Medical, Life and Personal Accident Insurance benefit for employees. Medical insurance also cover employee’s dependents (spouses, children and dependent parents) Life insurance for protection of employees’ families Personal accident insurance for protection of employees and their families Personal loan assistance Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP) 12 weeks Paternity leave Onsite fitness center, recreation center, and cafeteria Transport facility Child day care facility for women employees Cricket grounds and gymnasium Library Health Center with doctor availability HDFC ATM on the campus Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. 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