Why this role is important to us:
The Fund Accountant is an integral member of the team responsible for providing high-quality services to the clients. The person acting as Fund Accountant is responsible for calculating, accounting and administering the expenditure of funds, analyzing the information received, checking any discrepancies on an ongoing basis and resolving them in a professional manner, and delivering the results to the accounting teams in a timely manner.
What you will be responsible for:
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Performing calculations and applying fees, expenses and rebates to accounting accounts within the specified time and with the required accuracy
- Consideration of the impact of daily expenses on the value of the fund
- Implementation of changes in the budget and schedules of fees and expenses of investment funds in accounting systems based on received instructions
- Cooperation with other departments within the company and supervisory departments in order to obtain appropriate baseline information, solve problems and eliminate accounting discrepancies
- Documentation of performed activities, preparation of a checklist
- Timely delivery of results
OTHER
- Resolve issues identified by senior accountants and the manager and keep them informed of progress
- Providing timely professional responses to all inquiries
- Taking care of building and maintaining good relations with colleagues and internal clients
- Active participation in the training and development of own and other group members' skills as required
- Proactive attitude to change processes and procedures with proper documentation
- Keeping the desk clean, taking care of document archiving and office space
- Defining your goals and ensuring their implementation and updating in cooperation with the Senior Accountant or Team Manager at the beginning of each year
- Active participation in the assessment process by self-assessment and proposing development goals
What we value:
- Analytical and numerical skills.
- Very good computer skills, including practical knowledge of spreadsheets and text editing.
- Excellent knowledge of the English language.
- Ability to identify and solve problems.
- Ability to independently organize working time and work under time pressure
- Knowledge of accounting principles will be an advantage
- Takes Ownership and Initiative
- Ensures accuracy and quality
- Provides outstanding service
- Communicates Effectively
- Displays Insight & Influence
- Fosters Collaboration and Teamwork
Education & Preferred Qualifications:
- Accountancy or Business related degree (preferred)
- Experience in accounting of investment funds will be an advantage.
What we offer
- Permanent contract from day one
- Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)
- Gold medical package for employees and their families (partner and children)
- Premium life insurance package and private pension plan
- Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs
- Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice
- Variety of well-being programs
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 in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program 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 perspective 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 the 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 program 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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