The objective of this position is to fulfill specific duties and contribute to the organization’s goals by performing essential tasks, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining high standards of quality in all responsibilities.
As the lead in Portfolio Administration, Valuation, Reporting, and Performance Measurement, you will oversee Unit Trust Funds, Wealth Management Funds, Retail Pension, and Discretionary Client portfolios within Brit am Asset Managers.
Key responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing team performance, and ensuring project deadlines are met. This role requires collaborating with cross-functional departments, implementing policies, and maintaining compliance with industry regulations. Additionally, the position involves analyzing data to drive strategic decisions, optimizing workflows, and fostering a productive work environment. Regular reporting and communication with senior leadership are also essential to align with organizational goals and objectives.
Portfolio administration and valuation support encompass critical functions in financial management, ensuring accurate tracking and evaluation of investment portfolios. This role involves maintaining precise records of portfolio assets, analyzing performance metrics, and providing detailed valuation reports to stakeholders. Responsibilities include reconciling transactions, verifying asset valuations, and adhering to regulatory standards to ensure compliance. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in financial software are essential for success in this position. The ideal candidate will have experience in investment accounting or a related field, along with a solid understanding of financial markets and valuation methodologies.
Review portfolio income entries and assist with valuation-related processes to ensure accurate postings.
Responsibilities include conducting daily valuations, pricing, amortization, revaluation, and impairment assessments of securities, encompassing equities, fixed income instruments, indices, and foreign exchange (FX) transactions.
Perform validation checks to confirm the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the fund pricing processes.
Oversee portfolio administration functions to verify the precision of daily valuation outputs and ensure operational integrity.
Conduct thorough reconciliations of cash and custody accounts to ensure accuracy and alignment with financial records. Verify transactions, balances, and discrepancies through detailed analysis and cross-referencing with supporting documentation. Maintain precise records of all reconciliations performed, documenting findings and any unresolved items for further investigation. Collaborate with accounting teams, custodians, and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies promptly and efficiently. Ensure compliance with established policies, regulatory standards, and internal controls governing cash and custody operations.
Conduct daily reconciliations of cash and investment balances to ensure alignment between custodian statements and internal fund accounting records.
Conduct thorough reviews to promptly identify, address, and elevate reconciliation discrepancies as needed.
Perform monthly reconciliations of asset holdings to ensure alignment between custodians (banks) and fund managers.
Oversee the precision of cash positions, investment balances, and settlement operations.
We oversee and manage the processing of transactions to ensure accuracy and efficiency while maintaining strict compliance with established protocols. This role involves monitoring transaction flows, verifying data integrity, and addressing any discrepancies promptly. Additionally, we provide oversight to guarantee adherence to regulatory standards, internal policies, and best practices in financial operations.
Responsible for managing the recording and settlement processes for traded securities, corporate actions, and disbursement transactions.
Ensure all transaction processing activities are completed accurately, thoroughly, and within the required timeframes.
Oversee the flow of operational transactions to verify compliance with established internal controls and procedural guidelines.
Compiling and submitting accurate reports to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and compliance requirements represents a critical responsibility. This role demands meticulous attention to detail, a comprehensive understanding of applicable laws and guidelines, and the ability to meet strict deadlines consistently. Professionals in this position collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary data, interpret complex regulations, and implement processes that mitigate risks and maintain organizational compliance. Proficiency in regulatory frameworks, strong analytical skills, and effective communication are essential for success in this position.
Draft, finalize, and deliver regulatory reports to the Capital Markets Authority (CMA), Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA), trustees, and additional stakeholders, ensuring strict adherence to established deadlines.
Prepare statutory, client, and management reports with precision and adherence to deadlines.
Ensure adherence to all applicable regulatory mandates and established internal policies that govern operational activities.
We oversee and manage client accounts to ensure seamless administration and service delivery. This role involves addressing client inquiries, resolving issues promptly, and maintaining accurate records of all interactions. Additionally, we monitor client satisfaction, identify opportunities for service improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall client experience. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a customer-centric approach are essential for success in this position.
Prepare and distribute client statements, contract documentation, and transaction confirmations for review by relevant stakeholders.
Address client operational inquiries and correspondence promptly and efficiently to ensure timely resolution.
Ensure consistent delivery of exceptional service and strict compliance with turnaround timelines to elevate overall client satisfaction.
The individual will provide assistance with performance measurement and fund accounting responsibilities.
Analyze fund performance in comparison to established benchmarks and facilitate the preparation of performance reports.
Accurately calculate, accumulate, and verify all management fees, expenses, and fund-related charges.
Compile regular reports summarizing portfolio holdings, transaction activity, revenue streams, and performance metrics.
We provide comprehensive support across regions and functions, ensuring seamless collaboration and alignment with organizational goals. This role involves assisting multiple teams in various locations, facilitating communication, and addressing regional-specific challenges while maintaining consistency in processes and standards.
Offer operational assistance to BAM Uganda within the hub-and-spoke operational framework.
Collaborate closely with custodians, trustees, finance, IT, and client service teams to maintain efficient and uninterrupted operations.
Collaborate effectively across various departments to drive operational enhancements and improve service delivery processes.
Process Improvement involves analyzing workflows to identify inefficiencies, developing strategies to streamline operations, and implementing enhancements that drive efficiency. Automation focuses on leveraging technology to reduce manual tasks, minimize errors, and accelerate processes through the use of software, tools, and robotic solutions. Project Support entails providing assistance to project teams by coordinating resources, tracking progress, and ensuring deliverables meet established timelines and quality standards, thereby facilitating successful project execution. Candidates should possess a strong analytical mindset, proficiency in process mapping and data analysis, familiarity with automation tools and methodologies, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining clear communication and documentation.
Engage in the development and implementation of system enhancements, conduct thorough user acceptance testing (UAT), and lead process improvement initiatives to drive operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Enhance operational efficiency, facilitate digitization initiatives, and promote automation strategies to streamline processes and maximize productivity.
Play a key role in enhancing and optimizing operational workflows through ongoing process redesign and continuous improvement initiatives.
The organization emphasizes the establishment of a robust risk management framework and a well-defined control environment to ensure operational integrity and compliance with regulatory standards. Integral to this role is the identification, assessment, and mitigation of potential risks, alongside the design and implementation of effective internal controls. Candidates must possess a strong analytical mindset, keen attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments to foster a culture of risk awareness and accountability. Proficiency in risk assessment tools, regulatory frameworks, and control mechanisms is essential, along with excellent communication skills to articulate findings and recommendations clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
Support operational risk management by performing reconciliations, ensuring reporting accuracy, and implementing transaction controls.
Ensure strict compliance with established internal policies, procedures, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
General Responsibilities
Execute additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to further organizational goals and operational objectives.
A strong background in the field, coupled with relevant skills and appropriate credentials, is essential for this role. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency through prior work experience and possess the necessary educational qualifications. Additionally, they should meet any specific requirements outlined for the position to ensure suitability and capability in fulfilling the duties involved.
A Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, or a closely related discipline is required.
Possesses a minimum of four to six years of hands-on experience in asset management, fund administration, or investment operations.
Professionals with a recognized certification in accounting or finance, such as a CPA (Part II or higher), ARCA, or CFA Level I (or above), are preferred for this role.
Demonstrated expertise in the following areas is required:
Responsible for overseeing fund accounting functions and conducting accurate asset valuation processes.
Handles reconciliation processes and oversees transactional activities to ensure accuracy and integrity in financial records.
Preparing and submitting reports as required by regulatory bodies and statutory mandates is a key responsibility of this role. This includes ensuring compliance with applicable laws, maintaining accurate records, and submitting timely disclosures to governing authorities. Strong attention to detail and a thorough understanding of regulatory frameworks are essential to meet these obligations effectively.
Provide client servicing support within the financial services or asset management sectors.
A proven track record within a regulated financial setting is mandatory.
Experience in regional operations or multi-entity environments is beneficial.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
4 - 6 years
