Investment Operations Analyst | PGIM Ireland

Prudential Financial; Letterkenny; Hybrid; EUR 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Annual Bonus Programme

Life Assurance

Education Assistance

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

PGIM Ireland in Letterkenny is seeking an Investment Operations Analyst to join our hybrid-based Operations - Alternative Assets team. You will validate portfolio and transaction activity, prepare general ledger entries, and reconcile with custody banks while providing reporting to business partners.

The role focuses on recordkeeping, accounting, and data integrity for investment portfolios supporting the Insurance Companies, with exposure to data for the CIO and CRO.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounting, finance, operations, or similar numerical role.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred degree in accounting/finance or business).
• Strong organizational and analytical thinking skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office including Excel and Word.
• Ability to understand and analyze basic accounting principles and financial statements.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a deadline and fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Performing cash and balance reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting.
• Reviewing and analysing capital account statements and financial reports from Limited Partnerships.
• Processing cash transactions and monitoring related activity.
• Recording equity pick‑up (income and losses).
• Ensuring cash activity is accurately reflected in the general ledger and reconciles to banking activity.
• Collecting, reviewing, and maintaining supporting documentation.
• Monitoring data integrity and identifying discrepancies for resolution.
• Supporting process improvement initiatives and ad hoc projects across the team.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

Skills

Accounting/Finance background

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or business

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Hybrid - 2/3 days in the office based in Letterkenny. As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers! If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today. At PGIM, You Can! This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an accounting, finance, or operational background who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment with numbers, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring financial information is accurate and complete.

We are looking for an Investment Operations Analyst to join our PGIM Operations - Alternative Assets team which is part of PGIM Operations and Innovation’s group (O&I). As an Investment Operations Analyst, you will join us based in our state of the art Letterkenny office on a hybrid basis. You will be responsible for validating of portfolio and transaction level activity including trades, income payments, corporate actions, and deal restructurings in subledger systems; Preparing and verifying general ledger entries; Completing reconciliations to custody banks, trade systems and financial statements; In addition to providing various reports to business partners. Our team is responsible for providing recordkeeping, accounting, and reporting for the investment portfolios supporting the Insurance Companies. Additionally, we support all investment data for the Chief Investment Officer and the Chief Risk officer for Prudential.

What you can expect

• Performing cash and balance reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting.
• Reviewing and analysing capital account statements and financial reports from Limited Partnerships.
• Processing cash transactions and monitoring related activity.
• Recording equity pick‑up (income and losses).
• Ensuring cash activity is accurately reflected in the general ledger and reconciles to banking activity.
• Collecting, reviewing, and maintaining supporting documentation.
• Monitoring data integrity and identifying discrepancies for resolution.
• Supporting process improvement initiatives and ad hoc projects across the team.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

What you will bring

• Previous experience in an accounting, finance, operations, , or similar numerical role.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred degree in accounting/finance or business)
• Strong organization skills
• Strong analytical, critical thinking skills and solutions oriented.
• Working knowledge of MS Office including Excel and Word
• Ability to understand and analyze basic accounting principles and financial statements.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a deadline and fast paced environment.

What will set you apart:

• Experience performing cash, bank, account, or other reconciliations.
• Exposure to reviewing financial statements.
• Experience within financial services, investment operations, asset management, or a related industry.
• Strong Excel skills, including lookups, pivot tables, and data analysis.

What we offer you:

• Health Insurance: PGIM Ireland partner with Laya and BUPA to provide health insurance schemes that cover eligible employees day to day medical and hospital expenses.
• Annual Leave of 23 days at full pay, increasing with service
• Pension Scheme: Members of the scheme can contribute up to 8% of salary per annum and PGIM Ireland matches contributions up to 8% of salary. Members can also make voluntary contributions to the scheme.
• Annual Bonus Programme & Shop LK Vouchers: Along with an annual bonus employees are rewarded with Shop LK vouchers which are paid tax free.
• Life Assurance: fully paid by PGIM Ireland, employees are covered from their start date and beneficiaries are provided with a lump sum of four times an employee’s salary.
• Education Assistance: PGIM Ireland have an Education Assistance Programme that reimburses eligible employees for furthering their education.
• - PGIM Ireland is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of applicants’ gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race or membership of the traveler community.
• PGIM Ireland's aim is to hire the best people for the open roles and all appointments will be made on merit.
• Any offer of employment made by PGIM Ireland will be contingent on receiving satisfactory references.
• Applicants should be aware that background checks will be carried out on all candidates offered a position within PGIM Ireland.

PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), is a global investment manager with US $1.3 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives. For more information about PGIM, visit pgim.com. Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom, or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more information please visit news.prudential.com. PGIM Inc. (PGIM) is the principal asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI), a company incorporated and with its principal place of business in the United States. PFI of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.