Senior Specialist Fund Administrator

oldmutual; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual in South Africa seeks an experienced administrative finance specialist to support Unit Trust and Strategic Investment Services. You will maintain accounting records, prepare fund reports, manage distributions, and perform reconciliations.

You will work with internal and external stakeholders, ensure accuracy and timeliness, and comply with FSCA regulations and good accounting practice. A Matric plus a tertiary qualification in Accounting/Finance and 3+ years in a similar role are

Qualifications

• Completed Matric and a tertiary qualification in Accounting/Finance.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Experience with fund accounting or unit trusts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using data-driven insights.
• Maintains client relationships in accordance with legislation, FSCA regulations and good accounting practice.
• Ensures payments are done accurately and timeously.
• Provides daily and weekly reporting in a predetermined format.
• Collates and analyzes data using preset tools and formats.
• Exposure to Stadium applications is required; knowledge of Manco Trading Box principles is advantageous.

Skills

Accounting

Data Analysis

Reporting

Communication

Budget Management

Numerical Aptitude

Education

Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent

Tertiary qualification in Accounting/Finance

Job description

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Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

Perform administrative duties for Old Mutual Unit Trust and Strategic Investment Services, including maintaining accounting records, preparing related financial reports for various funds, managing fund distributions, completing reconciliations, and providing support to internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Administration

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging domain expertise and data-driven insights.
• Ensures instructions to the market are carried out accurately
• Maintains client relationships in accordance with legislation, FSCA regulations and good accounting practice
• Ensures payments are done accurately and timeously
• Provides daily and weekly reporting in a predetermined format
• Experience working with Stadium applications is required
• Exposure to or knowledge of Manco Trading Box working principles will be advantageous

Data Collection and Analysis

• Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats.
• Involves working independently.

Personal Capability Building

• Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching.
• Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education.

These responsibilities offer an overview of the role and are not confined or restricted solely to what is listed.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience required

• Completed Matric and hold a tertiary qualification in Accounting/Finance
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role

Skills

• Accounting
• Action Planning
• Budget Management
• Calendar Coordination
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis
• Database Reporting
• Data Compilation
• Data Interpretations
• Digital Literacy
• Executing Plans
• Management Reporting
• Numerical Aptitude
• Oral Communications
• Report Review

Competencies

• Decision Quality
• Directs Work
• Ensures Accountability
• Manages Complexity
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Plans and Aligns
• Tech Savvy

Education

• NQF Level 4 - Grade 12, School leaving Certificate, National or Occupational Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

30 September 2026 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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