Asset Management - Middle Office

One of the world's largest asset managers is hiring an experienced professional with strong fund operations and middle office expertise to join its Middle Office team.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain data accuracy and consistency across Middle Office platforms to facilitate smooth daily operations.
• Conduct cash and position reconciliations between internal systems, custodians, and fund administrators for SFC/MPFA/MRF authorized funds and client portfolios.
• Develop and maintain Excel VBA macros to automate routine tasks and improve operational efficiency.
• Oversee the accurate and timely input of NAV data into internal platforms; partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to address and resolve cash and position discrepancies.
• Produce regular client reports such as factsheets, performance summaries, income statements, and P&L reports; respond to ad-hoc client requests; review and oversee SFC, MPFA, CSRC, and other regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with auditors and external service providers to ensure the timely delivery of audited financial statements; manage the preparation and filing of FATCA/CRS tax reports.
• Coordinate with custodians on account setup and closure across markets, including QFII, RQFII, Stock/Bond Connect, and MRF; oversee fund termination and liquidation processes in compliance with regulatory standards and client agreements.
• Facilitate the onboarding of new clients and portfolios for HK-domiciled funds, overseeing UAT and system configuration to ensure operational readiness prior to launch.
• Partner with internal teams and external service providers to support current and upcoming initiatives.
• Compile documentation for Trustee due diligence reviews; provide regular updates to management on key projects and outstanding issues.

Qualification:

• Min 5-7 years in the financial sector, preferably within asset management, with hands-on experience in reconciliation, reporting, and trade lifecycle processes.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency; strong working knowledge of Excel VBA and macros required.
• Solid understanding of Hong Kong fund products, including SFC/MPFA/MRF portfolios, as well as QFII and RQFII structures; familiarity with local regulatory reporting requirements.
• Onboarding & Setup: Practical experience in fund and mandate onboarding, UAT, custodian account opening, system interfaces, and connectivity setup.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage projects and coordinate with global stakeholders to resolve issues and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with MRF account opening and China tax clearance is a plus.
• Strong grasp of financial products across asset classes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, quick to learn, and adaptable to changing requirements.
• Fluent in English; proficient in Mandarin and Cantonese.
• Demonstrated operational problem-solving abilities with a service-oriented mindset.
• Strong commitment to accuracy and timeliness, with proven organizational skills.