Sr. Accountant, ETF Job
Sr. Accountant, ETF (Job Number: 1313907)
Description
Perform fund accounting functions for Exchange Traded Funds such as calculation of baskets and cash components. In some cases perform NAV calculation and expense accruals. Perform custodial functions. This includes income collection and verification, trade processing and settlement for both domestic and global markets, including emerging markets. Perform FX transactions via SWIFT messaging. Monitor and manage 3rd party sec lending arrangements. Interface with authorized participants, prepare AP collateral reports and ensure receipt and timely return of collateral.Receive creation/redemption orders from APs and obtain authorization from distributor.Insure all fees and expenses are charged on a timely basis. Prepare reports and documentation for billing.Respond to inquiries from Investment Managers. Research complex items. Perform new fund set up on EPIC and administrative functions required for ETF deposits including dissemination of the portfolio composition file to NSCC, Authorized Participants and sponsors. Communicate necessary information to sponsors, answer sponsor inquiries. Research inquiries from fund accounting (ASR breaks within 48 hours). Train new staff. Good communication, analytic and organization skills. PC Skills (Strong knowledge of Microsoft products) Important strong knowledge of securities processing, including foreign markets, FX and securities lending, Knowledge of fund accounting. Accountants have decision-making authority with regard to his/her accounts. Critical problems are reported to the manager. Accountants are expected to research, explain and resolve unmatched trades and trade fails, mismatches between custody and accounting systems. Daily contact with the sponsor and investment manager. Contact with trust auditors concerning routine questions arising from audit. Daily contact with transfer agent, securities operations, global trade settlement, and fund accounting. Interface with APs concerning settlement and collateral.
Qualifications
College Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics is essential. 1-4 years Securities industry or fund accounting experience.
Primary Location: Lake Mary, FL, US
Internal Jobcode: 17000
Job: Asset Servicing
Organization: GFI Client Service Delivery-HR08950
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