Senior Specialist - Middle Office Client Services

Franklin Templeton; Poznań; On-site; PLN 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Templeton is seeking a Senior Specialist for Portfolio Accounting in Poznań to ensure accurate investment records for retail and institutional portfolios. You will reconcile cash and positions, resolve discrepancies, and support month-end processes while coordinating with cross-functional partners.

The role emphasizes control, process improvement, and timely reporting. A strong background in mutual funds, Excel, and data tooling is essential for success in a fast-paced, collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance.
• 9–12 years of accounting and custody reconciliation experience.
• Experience supporting mutual funds or institutional accounts.
• Strong knowledge of mutual fund regulations and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute and review reconciliation and reporting activities within required deadlines.
• Resolve complex accounting, cash, security, and reconciliation issues.
• Analyze exception reports and identify variance trends requiring resolution.
• Prepare cash management reports and monitor overdrafts.
• Process cash transfers and review accounting transactions requiring approval.
• Oversee daily and monthly reporting and ensure timely department deliverables.
• Prepare and review reporting for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Independent work ethic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance

Tools

Power Automate

SQL

Alteryx

Aladdin

Job description

At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique.

From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients’ success.

About The Department

Portfolio Accounting supports accurate investment records for retail and institutional portfolios, helping portfolio managers and enabling reliable month-end client reporting. The team records cash transactions in SimCorp Dimension and Aladdin, reconciles custody cash and security positions, and resolves accounting discrepancies. Senior Specialists work closely with Specialists, supervisors, managers, and cross-functional partners to maintain effective controls and meet critical deadlines. Joining the team offers opportunities to build advanced investment accounting expertise, lead complex operational work, support colleagues, and contribute to process improvements.

Core Responsibilities

How you will add value

• You will execute and review reconciliation and reporting activities within required deadlines.
• You will resolve complex accounting, cash, security, and reconciliation issues.
• You will analyze exception reports and identify variance trends requiring resolution.
• You will prepare cash management reports and monitor and resolve overdrafts.
• You will process cash transfers and review accounting transactions requiring approval.
• You will oversee daily and monthly reporting and ensure timely department deliverables.
• You will prepare and review reporting for internal and external stakeholders.

Strategic Responsibilities

• You will identify recurring exceptions and recommend actions to reduce them.
• You will lead resolution of non-routine issues and elevate when appropriate.
• You will recommend workflow improvements and strengthen operational controls.
• You will test process and product changes supporting greater system efficiency.
• You will contribute to process improvement, automation, and risk-reduction initiatives.
• You will support project implementation, requirements analysis, procedures, and training.

Team & Collaboration

• You will support staffing and workflow planning to maintain appropriate team coverage.
• You will train colleagues and encourage knowledge sharing across the team.
• You will lead cross-functional discussions to resolve cash and security breaks.
• You will provide technical guidance and support colleagues with complex queries.
• You will contribute to department meetings and special projects.

Experience, Education & Certifications

What will help you be successful in this role

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent professional experience.
• 9-12 years of accounting and custody reconciliation experience.
• Experience supporting mutual funds or institutional accounts.
• Strong knowledge of mutual fund regulations and accounting standards.

Technical Skills

• Strong Microsoft Excel and broader Microsoft Office skills.
• Cash reconciliation experience using Aladdin is advantageous.
• Experience with Power Automate, Structured Query Language (SQL), or Alteryx is advantageous.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and take accountability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

Franklin Templeton is committed to maintaining an ethical, transparent, and accountable work environment, which contributes to the integrity and success of the organization. We encourage the reporting of any known or suspected violations of national as well as EU laws through appropriate reporting channels available internally and externally. We ensure that whistleblowers who report such breaches are protected from retaliation and provided with safe and confidential reporting mechanisms.

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