Fund Accounting (Alternatives) Associate 1

STATE STREET CORPORATION; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Career development programs

Flexible work-life support

Paid volunteer days

Vibrant employee networks

Job summary

State Street Ireland is seeking graduates and entry-level professionals for the Alternatives Fund Accounting Group. As a Fund Accounting Associate, you will gain exposure to hedge funds, crypto funds and hybrid funds, performing reconciliations, trade capture and pricing.

Join a global team with opportunities across the funds industry, enjoy flexible hybrid work, and access strong development programs and benefits designed to accelerate your career.

Qualifications

• Degree level at any discipline is preferred, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily cash, position and market value reconciliations including trade capture and pricing.
• Assist in the Dealing Date accounting process.
• Work on complex financial instruments such as equities, fixed income, futures options and swaps.
• Participate in client related or internally driven projects.
• Prepare clients’ related correspondence (e.g. client requests, audit confirmations).
• Assist Managers in semi-annual and annual audit process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Deadline-driven

Escalation

Education

Degree level preferred

Job description

Who we are looking for:YOU! A dynamic and enthusiastic individual who is looking to work in an exciting and evolving sector. As part of our current expansion of operations in Ireland, we have a number of roles at graduate and entry level available within our Alternatives Fund Accounting Group where you can enhance you career through experience gained in multiple facets including:Hedge FundsCrypto FundsHybrid FundsJoin us if making your mark in the Alternatives Servicing Sector is a challenge you are up for.What we can offer you?We are the largest Fund Administrator in Ireland, servicing global market leading clients across a variety of product types. With us, you have the opportunity to develop your career in many different directions within the funds industry as well as within the organization as a whole. This is a team providing a crucial operational service for clients worldwide, and you will work with a range of internal teams across the globe to service a wide array of prominent clients across multiple fund types giving you a unique learning experience. We offer flexibility to blend working from home or office, excellent benefits package, strong personal and career development programs to support your career journey and much more.As a Fund Accounting Associate, you will be involved in:Preparing daily cash, position and market value reconciliations including trade capture and pricing.Assist in the Dealing Date accounting process.Work on complex financial instruments such as equities, fixed income, futures options and swaps.Participate in client related or internally driven projectsPrepare clients’ related correspondence (e.g. client requests, audit confirmations)Assist Managers in semi-annual and annual audit process.Identify any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and report and/or escalate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures.What we value:These skills will help you succeed in this role:Strong analytical skills and an attention to detail and accuracyAbility to problem solveAbility to work to tight deadlinesAbility to escalate where appropriateEducation & Preferred Qualifications:Degree level at any discipline is preferred, but not essential.About State StreetAcross the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careersRead our CEO Statement