Assistant Manager (Fund Administration)

The Assistant Manager will be responsible for assisting with the management of the fund administration team, including task delegation, monitoring subordinates closely and ensuring delivery of work in a timely manner by all team members within their portfolio for our office in Malta.

Duties

• Assist in pre-launch phase of new client fund vehicles; launching of new fund and review operational procedure
• Ensure that necessary controls are in place and adhered to, providing complete, accurate and timely fund administration services to our clients
• Review and ensure accuracy of NAV valuation of client funds
• Monitor accuracy of fund expenses (management fee, performance fee, etc.)
• Review funds’ share registry dealing orders and ensure all processed in high accuracy and timely manner
• Liaise with auditors; prepare and review annual financial statements
• Ensure all regulatory reporting is submitted in a timely manner
• Monitor administration fee payments and chase debtors

Qualifications and Skills

• In possession of a degree in Accountancy or the ACCA qualification, or a degree in Banking & Finance
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in fund administration, 2 of which have been spent in a supervisory role
• Knowledge of IFRS and other accounting standards
• Excellent communications, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and ability to multi-task and prioritise to deliver on time
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Excellent administrative and business support skills, able to multi-task and work calmly under pressure
• Ability to take initiative and handle increasing responsibility over time
• Knowledge of PFX Paxus will be considered an asset