Senior Investment Accounting Systems Administrator

Allspring Global Investments; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Allspring Global Investments is seeking an experienced Senior Investment Accounting Systems Administrator to manage our core investment accounting platform. This role bridges Accounting/Operations and IT to ensure system stability, data integrity, and efficient processing for a financial services firm.

The position supports Advent APX, Geneva, Portia and other enterprise systems in a hybrid environment; in-office 4 days per week in Charlotte, NC or Milwaukee, WI, with strong emphasis on data

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in an Investment Accounting System Administrator or similar role.
• Hands-on admin experience with major investment accounting platforms (e.g., Advent APX, Geneva, Portia).
• Knowledge of asset classes including fixed income, equities, derivatives, and alternatives.
• Proficiency with data querying languages (SQL) and data management principles.
• Experience with GL maintenance and reconciliation of investment transactions and positions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day administration, maintenance, and operation of the investment accounting system (e.g., Advent APX).
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of investment data including positions, transactions, and security master data.
• Serve as primary contact for end-users, troubleshooting system issues and data discrepancies.
• Plan, test and implement system upgrades and patches, coordinating with vendors and internal teams.
• Identify opportunities to optimize system usage and automate manual processes.

Skills

SQL

System administration

Investment operations

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or related field

Tools

Advent APX

Geneva

Portia

Markit EDM

GoldenSource

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Investment Accounting Systems Administrator to manage and maintain our core investment accounting platform. The successful candidate will be a critical link between the Accounting/Operations teams and the IT department, ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficiency of the system. This role requires a strong background in investment operations and system administration with a financial services environment.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Investment Accounting Systems Administrator to manage and maintain our core investment accounting platform. The successful candidate will be a critical link between the Accounting/Operations teams and the IT department, ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficiency of the system. This role requires a strong background in investment operations and system administration with a financial services environment. We currently operate in a hybrid working model, whereby you will be required to work in-office 4 days per week. Location(s): Charlotte, NC, or Milwaukee, WI

Responsibilities

• System management: Oversee the day-to-day administration, maintenance, and operation of the investment accounting system (e.g., Advent APX or similar software)
• Data integrity: Ensure the accuracy and completeness of investment data, including positions, transactions, and security master data
• Support & Troubleshooting: Serve as the primary point of contact for end-users, troubleshooting system issues, resolving data discrepancies
• Upgrades & Testing: Plan, test and implement system upgrades, patches and enhancements, coordinating with vendors and internal teams.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize system usage, automate manual processes, and improve overall operational workflow.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience (12 years) in an Investment Accounting System Administrator Investment Operations or similar middle/back-office role.
• System Expertise: Direct, hands-on experience as an administrator with a major investment accounting platform, such as Advent APX, Geneva, Portia or a similar enterprise-level system.
• Investment Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of various asset classes, including fixed income, equities, derivatives, and alternative investments.
• Technical Skills: Strong technical aptitude, including experience with data querying languages (e.g.; SQL) and a solid understanding of data management principles.
• General Ledger: Experience with General Ledger (GL) maintenance and the reconciliation process for investment transactions and positions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communications skills, along with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Remain in stationary position for prolonged periods of time
• Operate computer programs and software
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats
• Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or public)
• Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• Experience with a data management platform (e.g., Markit EDM, GoldenSource).
• Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements (e.g., 40Act)

Please note

This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $120,000 - $150,000. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary bonus programs, or other annual or non-annual incentive or sales plans.).

Disclosure

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status