Fund Servicing Analyst - Managed Funds - Manila

Job Description
Join our Managed Funds Accounting team under Fund Services, Securities Services Operations, Corporate and Investment Banking, where you will lead and manage back-office functions supporting clients and fund managers in Asia Pacific, primarily in Australia and New Zealand. The Managed Funds team provides accounting services for various assets, including Unlisted Unit Trusts, Hedge Funds, and Private Equity Unit Trusts.
As a Fund Servicing Analyst - Managed Funds in our Managed Funds Accounting team, you will lead and manage back-office functions supporting clients and fund managers in Asia Pacific, primarily in Australia and New Zealand. You will oversee the Managed Funds team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial services, including accounting, tax reporting, and client query resolution. You will maintain high standards of client service and adapt processes to meet market and client demands.
Job responsibilities:

• Manage workflow and supervise staff to ensure accurate and timely processing of work, meeting all deadlines.
• Oversee the preparation and reconciliation of financial statements, tax returns, and other deliverables.
• Coordinate with Sydney Financial Reporting and Tax teams to resolve issues and respond to queries.
• Lead projects related to process enhancements and productivity improvements.
• Conduct training and provide coaching to team members, ensuring adherence to procedures and standards.
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Ensure compliance with audit and regulatory requirements, serving as a point of contact for auditors.
• Monitor and manage risk, implementing resolutions to mitigate risk and improve efficiency.
• Provide backup coverage during staff absences and peak volume periods.
• Maintain client and bank integrity, ensuring optimum service levels and documenting solutions to negative trends.
• Manage special requirements, including early morning shifts and weekend work as needed.

Required qualifications, skills, and capabilities:

• Ability to manage workflow and meet deadlines.
• Sound knowledge of financial markets and basic understanding of accounting and taxation principles.

Preferred qualifications, skills, and capabilities:

• Tertiary qualification preferable but not necessary.
• Understanding of custody mainframe systems and processes is beneficial.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership qualities and ability to motivate and build a cohesive team.
• Ability to provide feedback and coaching to develop team member skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities and escalate potential risks.
• Effective goal-setting, planning, and time management skills.
• Commitment to high standards of quality client service.
• Adaptability to new work structures and processes.
• Strong focus on risk awareness and controls.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to work early morning shifts starting at 5 AM PHT.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed to ensure workload completion.

All application requirements (including updated resume - please include specifics of your career) should be posted, submitted and completed in the Oracle tool.
About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.