Fund Accounting Subject Matter Expert

Start: December 2025 / January 2026

About the Role

We are looking for experienced Fund Accounting Subject Matter Experts (SME) to join our newly established Service Center in Porto and support Company A’s Fund Accounting Team in Germany .

In this role, you will act as a key expert for complex fund accounting topics and ensure the accurate and timely processing of securities transactions across various asset classes — including equities, fixed income, exchange‑traded and OTC derivatives. You will bridge daily operations and management, help drive process improvements, and play a crucial role in training and developing new team members .

Your Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of expertise for complex fund accounting topics
• Oversee trade processing across all asset classes and act as subject matter expert for derivatives, clearing products, and/or securities
• Review and reconcile cash balances, positions, and transactions across custodians, fund managers, brokers, and counterparties
• Monitor cash movements and handle queries from internal and external stakeholders
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation breaks (cash, securities, derivatives)
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
• Support NAV calculation and maintain high-quality accounting records
• Transfer knowledge and provide mentorship to junior and senior colleagues
• Drive process improvement, standardization, and automation initiatives
• Provide escalation support and guidance to Senior Fund Accountants and the Head of Fund Accounting
• Participate in or lead projects related to new product launches, system migrations, or regulatory changes

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics , or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in fund accounting, transaction processing, or reconciliation
• Strong understanding of financial instruments (equities, bonds, derivatives, etc.)
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) ; knowledge of SimCorp Dimension or similar systems is an advantage
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Proactive, hands‑on approach with strong ownership and teamwork mentality
• Fluent English (German is a plus)
• Willingness to relocate and complete onboarding in Düsseldorf (all travel and accommodation costs covered)

What We Offer

• Be part of building a new international Service Center in Porto
• Full relocation support: flights and accommodation covered during onboarding in Düsseldorf
• Opportunity to become a trainer and mentor for new team members
• A dynamic, international working environment with room to grow
• Strong focus on collaboration, learning, and operational excellence

Join us in shaping the next chapter of our Fund Accounting operations.

Apply now and become part of an international team that values expertise, teamwork, and innovation.

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