Russell Investments India | Senior Analyst, Fund Administration

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for playing a pivotal role in supporting operational excellence and technology.
• As a Senior Analyst, you will be responsible for managing Unity software operations (provided by Confluence), ensuring timely delivery of Financial Statements as per US GAAP, AICPA and SEC.
• Additionally, the role entails working with internal stakeholders and vendors to complete periodic regulatory reporting such as SEC Forms, N-CSR and N-PORT.
• This position involves working with other teams within and outside of Fund Administration to complete a range of routine, project-based and ad-hoc deliverables for Russell’s fund products.
• Oversee the configuration, mapping, and maintenance of the Unity platform.
• Ensure accurate data mapping between Unity and internal systems for regulatory and operational reporting.
• Collaborate with technology teams to troubleshoot and resolve Unity-related issues.
• Coordinate software updates and make sure that everything is working fine in testing phase.
• Assist in provide training to the team or documentation as needed.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in vendor meetings and ensure service-level agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Ensure preparation of Annual, Semi-Annual and Quarterly financial reports for ’40 Act funds (Russell Investment Company and Russell Investment Funds) is done in a timely manner with good quality.
• Oversee, coordinate and execute the planning, organizing, training and leadership necessary to achieve stated goals.
• Posting of periodic journal entries, partnership accounting/allocations and preparation of various disclosures for alternative investment funds.
• Engage with the Funds’ custodians, internal groups, external auditors and other key stakeholders to coordinate reporting cycles.
• Participate in projects which promote and lead to a streamlined financial operating environment.
• Evaluate and document policies, procedures and internal controls related to various aspects of the financial reporting process.
• Work directly with external service and data providers, external auditors and multiple groups within Russell to support a wide range of financial projects in support of the funds.
• Preparation and review of internal reports, sub-schedules and calculations which support the overall financial statement process for traditional funds.
• Working knowledge of the relationships and interactions between investment managers and administrators/custodians/transfer agents.
• Building on an 90-year legacy of continuous innovation to deliver exceptional value to clients, Russell Investments works every day to improve the financial security of its clients.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with Unity (Confluence) or similar financial data platforms.
• Prioritize and escalate issues as needed to ensure timely resolution.
• Good knowledge of US GAAP, the Investment Company Act of 1940, U.S. Internal Revenue Code, CFTC Rules, ERISA and UCITS a plus.
• Understanding of Fund Accounting for mutual funds, commingled funds, LLC funds and private equity funds and working knowledge of the ERISA regulations, Investment Company Act of 1940, Exchange Acts of 1933 and 1934.
• Ability to interpret accounting/financial information and understand how it may impact the Funds’ financial statements, notes to financial statements and other disclosures.
• Knowledge and understanding of SQL and VBA.
• Ability to create, refine and maintain policies and desk procedures related to the Funds’ processes.
• Experience with 38a-1 requirements and Sarbanes-Oxley testing.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to communicate effectively on behalf of Fund Administration Management with Vendors, Auditors, business units and other key stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a highly functioning team, open to new ideas and disciplines.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure with minimal supervision to meet cyclical regulatory and internal deadlines; demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments.
• Demonstrate an ability to analyze complex issues, research solutions, prioritize workload and bring regulatory testing issues to resolution.
• Very strong tools-based knowledge including Excel, Access and other applicable applications in a LAN based environment.
• Ability to communicate complex technical details to all levels of management.
• Must be proficient in MS Office and manage large volumes of email correspondence.
• Ability to act with discretion and maintain complete confidentiality.
• Experience with Confluence ASP Reporting System.

Russell Investments India

Russell Investments India is an employer hiring in India (sector: Corporate / GCC / Consumer / Industrial). In its own words: "We are a global investment solutions partner helping institutions, advisors, and investors build better portfolios through research-led, multi-asset strategies."

CA Samaaj lists Russell Investments India's current India openings for finance, accounts, audit and tax professionals, taken from its official careers site (russell.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com) and checked regularly to remove closed jobs. Recent roles are based in Mumbai.

• Industry: Corporate / GCC / Consumer / Industrial