Associate – IT (Business Process Automation)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist brokers, custodians, and clients in setting up data feeds with the company.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain third-party electronic data feeds.
• Design and implement procedures to automate trade flow processes within the fund accounting system.
• Map trade files from various sources into the fund accounting system.
• Restage historical trades and data to the accounting system upon Operations' request.
• Assist in resolving trade workflow exceptions within the system.
• Support the Operations team in investigating and resolving breaks related to trade automation.
• Assist in booking corporate actions in the fund accounting system.
• Run ad hoc data feeds and data processing requests as required by the Operations team.
• Assist in the transition and testing of new releases of the accounting software.
• Design and implement solutions to improve operational efficiency across the Group.
• Support the management of the help desk function and resolve system-related issues encountered by users.
• Work closely with Operations, Fund Accounting, and external counterparties to ensure data integrity and timely processing.
• Perform any other duties and assignments as required.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent qualification.
• At least 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in data integration, financial systems, fund accounting, or related areas.
• Proficient in SQL Server technologies including SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), and Microsoft Office applications.
• Basic understanding of financial markets, investment products, trade lifecycle, and corporate actions.
• Exposure to Python scripting for automation, data transformation, and system integration would be considered a strong advantage.
• Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.