State Street

Who we are looking for

With immediate effect we are looking for fixed-term Fund Accountant in GP3 for 6 months mission to support the Fund Accounting Management team in Paris. 

You will be will be primarily responsible for the timely and accurate execution and dissemination of net asset valuations (NAVs) for our clients’ accounts.

Ability to work as part of a large team dedicated to the NAV production and associated processes for a complex Alternative Funds. The role will involve day to day communication with different locations internally and externally with the client. The candidate will need to possess strong analytical skills, the ability to work to strict deadlines and be able to problem solve for unanticipated events..

HYBRID: This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.

What you will be responsible for

As Fund Accounting Senior Associate you will be responsible for the following:

• Product expertise on financial instruments such as equities, fixed income, futures options, Fx contracts and swaps
• Cash and position reconciliation hands on preparation and review experience
• Pricing of portfolio preparation - ensuring the portfolio is accurately priced daily/monthly in adherence to the clients Price Source Agreement and Governing Docs
• Preparation of Fund allocations with a background in various fund fee calculations
• Preparation of End-to-End Alternative Fund NAV packs incorporating all aspects of the NAV calculation (NAV role is not centralized by NAV function – all aspects of the Nav workflow is performed within our team
• Booking of corporate actions
• Preparation of Income distributions
• Preparation of all KPI and Board Reporting Packs
• Assist in the annual audits working directly with audit firms to support their audit fieldwork
• Manage workflow, ensuring procedures are up to date, providing training to strengthen technical skills, coupled with furthering the soft skills within your team
• Work closely with our colleagues in each of our hub locations, reviewing the output from the fund accountants in those locations
• Be able to professionally resolve the issues and provide help to colleagues, confidently and efficiently communicate with home site
• Monitor the deliverables, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of deliverables; be able to flexibly arrange work among the team

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Excellent communication skills “English/French”
• Creative problem-solving skills and analysis skills to help build solutions.
• Initiative, self-motivation and the ability to work independently
• Be a team player yet display a culture of individual ownership of tasks

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study.
• 3+ years of fund accounting experience with GP3/4
• PC Skills – Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc)
• Preferred experience with Alternative Investment Asset Classes, complex fund structures and fee calculations desired
• Strong time management skills with the ability to priorities under pressure; adapt to work under given timeline;
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills;
• Detail-oriented, owner’s mindset, logical thinking, strong learning ability, sense of responsibility and team work are required;
• Good interpersonal skill and team spirit; effective communication, organizational and negotiation skills;
• Self-motivated, creative and efficient in finding solutions to complex, time-critical problems and strong analytical ability.

Additional requirements

Fluent English/French preferred

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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