Fund Servicing Manager - Senior Associate

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Edinburgh seeks a seasoned fund accounting professional to maintain accurate securities records and support fund administration. The role emphasizes collaboration with operations, technology, and client teams to drive compliant, efficient processing.

The candidate will lead issue resolution within validation tolerances, implement robust controls, and mentor new hires. A strong focus on relationship-building and continuous improvement is essential in a fast-paced financial

Qualifications

• 3+ years in fund accounting and administration with accurate securities records.
• Proven ability to resolve issues in accounting or securities transactions within validation tolerances.
• Experience implementing operational controls with focus on cybersecurity and anti-fraud measures.
• Experience training and managing a team with continuous improvement focus.
• Strong emotional intelligence and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of accurate accounting and securities records for each fund.
• Investigate and resolve issues breaching validation tolerances in the JP Morgan system.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal teams and external clients to drive results.
• Implement operational procedures to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Provide training to new hires and establish performance objectives.
• Partner with Operations Teams, Technology, Product, Sales, and Program Management.
• Identify vulnerabilities in fund servicing processes to enhance efficiency and resilience.

Skills

Fund accounting

Securities records

Issue resolution

Operational controls

Training & coaching

Stakeholder engagement

Continuous improvement

Cybersecurity awareness

Emotional intelligence

Tools

JP Morgan systems

Job description

Join JPMorganChase and be at the forefront of enhancing our operational services in fund accounting and administration. This role offers a unique opportunity for career growth and skill development, as you collaborate with a dynamic team and contribute to impactful solutions. Experience the benefits of being part of a leading financial institution that values innovation and continuous improvement.

Job responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance of accurate accounting and securities records for each fund administered, ensuring adherence to all prescribed controls for fund accounting processes.


• Investigate and resolve issues where accounting or securities transactions breach the validation tolerances of the JP Morgan system, applying advanced problem-solving skills.


• Influence and negotiate with the ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships both internally and with external clients to drive results.


• Implement operational procedures to complete tasks accurately and timely.


• Provide training to new hires, establishing performance objectives and promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the team.


• Partner with various Operations Teams, Technology, Product, Sales, Program Management.


• Identify and address vulnerabilities in our fund servicing processes, leveraging your proficiency in continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and resilience.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Demonstrated expertise in fund accounting and administration, with at least three years of experience focusing on maintaining accurate securities records, evidenced by successful management of related tasks and responsibilities.


• Demonstrated proficiency in identifying and resolving issues related to accounting or securities transactions, ensuring compliance with validation tolerances.


• Proven ability to implement operational procedures and controls, with a focus on enhancing cybersecurity and anti-fraud measures.


• Experience in training and managing a team, with a focus on establishing performance objectives and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.


• Advanced emotional intelligence skills, with a proven track record of building trusting relationships and influencing better outcomes for teams and clients.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience working across multiple business areas and/or functions to deliver results.


• Financial Reporting, Fund Administration, Accounting and/or Custody experience.