Funds Accounting Business Analyst in New York, NY

Genesis10 is currently searching for a Funds Accounting Business Analyst to work in Midtown Manhattan. This is a contract-to-hire position. A Funds Accounting Business Analyst is responsible for reviewing and supporting procedures and controls within their team. The work covers all aspects of Fund Accounting, predominately working on domestic Mutual Funds with daily valuations. Certain project work (e.g., Fund launches/closures/conversions, implementing new processes and systems testing) may also be performed. Position responsibilities will include but are not limited to: - Review of all components included in NAV calculation - Participate in regular operational meetings with clients and other Fund Accounting teams - Completion of regular client reporting (Board Meeting Reports and UCITS III Management Reports) - Liaision directly with Funds auditors in relation to Fund Accounting queries. - Actively participate in client projects e.g., New funds/classes, closures, and changes to existing requirements and processes - Work closely with Financial Administration regarding Funds expense accruals/payments, budgets, audits, financial statements and specific client requests - Appropriate escalation and resolution of issues Gathering Requirements from clients or in house business to document specifications for technology Experience: Qualifications/Experience: - 2 + years experience in Fund Accounting. At least 5 years in Financial Services - Bachelor's degree in accountancy, finance or business-related area desirable. - NAV review experience and participation in Fund Accounting related project work. - Strong verbal, and written communication skills. - Good time management and excellent analytical skills. - Fund Accounting knowledge/experience - Data mapping - User Acceptance Testing - Financial services industry experience (at least 3 years) with solid exposure to investment operations and / or custodian environment - Sound understanding of double-entry accounting - Demonstrable awareness of risks associated with fund / portfolio valuations, unit pricing and fund distributions - Proven ability in analysing information / data, identifying patterns / anomalies, assessing implications and formulating solutions - Highly IT literate with ability to learn new systems quickly; and Above average written and verbal communication skills including documentation / report writing and workshop facilitation. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here