Investment Administrator

Riscura; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Investment Administrator to join their dynamic team. This role involves crucial responsibilities such as maintaining fund records, processing cash flows, and supporting trade instructions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, assisting with regulatory compliance and generating reports for stakeholders. As part of a supportive team, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career in the finance sector. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a reputable organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Proficient in data entry and maintaining accurate fund records.
• Strong understanding of cash flow processing and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain records of fund member pools and transactions.
• Assist in generating reports and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Skills

Data Entry

Fund Record Maintenance

Cashflow Processing

Reporting Support

Reconciliation

Regulatory Compliance

Client Support

Administrative Tasks

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

Job description

Job title: Investment Administrator

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline: May 24, 2025

Purpose of Job

Data Entry and Fund Record Maintenance

• Update and maintain records of fund member pools, contributions, and withdrawals.
• Input pricing data and assist with fund valuation processes under supervision.
• Keep track of daily transactions and ensure accurate record-keeping.

Basic Cashflow Processing

• Process regular contributions and withdrawals from the fund.
• Assist in managing benefit payments or transfers between accounts.
• Prepare and process basic cash flow instructions for senior team members to review and authorize.

Assisting with Trade Instructions

• Help prepare trade instructions for portfolio adjustments.
• Support the execution of buy/sell orders by ensuring correct documentation is gathered.
• Assist in reconciling trade settlements.

Reporting Support

• Assist in generating simple reports for consultants, such as cash flow summaries and member pool balances.
• Help prepare monthly or quarterly statements.
• Support the creation of performance and compliance reports.

Reconciliation Support

• Assist with basic reconciliation tasks between fund records, custodian statements, and bank transactions.
• Identify and report any discrepancies to senior team members for resolution.

Regulatory Compliance Assistance

• Support the preparation of documentation needed for regulatory filings and audits.
• Help ensure all fund operations are documented and comply with industry regulations.

EBA / Client Support

• Respond to basic queries from Employee Benefits Administrators regarding their contributions, withdrawals, or balances.
• Assist with distributing fund-related communication such as statements or updates.

Administrative Tasks

• Handle administrative tasks like filing, scanning, and organizing documents.
• Assist with the day-to-day operational tasks assigned by senior staff.

Training and Development

• Learn about fund operations, pricing, and the regulatory environment by working under the guidance of senior staff.
• Participate in internal training programs and develop technical skills needed to progress to a more senior role.

Other Key Relationships

• Administration Team Members
• Internal teams such as Client Servicing, Trade Rebalancing, Fund Accounting, and Transition
• External Parties such as Employee Benefit Administrators and Asset Managers
• Systems development team and external systems development companies