Job Description
We are looking for a Portfolio Accounting Analyst to work our Trading Operations Team to produce accurate security level accounting information for the tracking of investment performance and downstream client reporting for our award winning investment management platform. 
What we are looking for

• A firm understanding of accounting principles, portfolio accounting, securities trading, and/or the financial markets
• Dedicated problem solver with critical thinking skills
• Strong Excel skills (or demonstrable skills with other data analysis tools)
• Ability to multitask and deliver results on a tight schedule
• Ability to work with all departments (and the folks that staff them)
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal
• Detail oriented 
• College degree, preferably within Accounting or Finance

 
What you will be responsible for

• Daily reconciliation process of portfolio accounting data between the SmartX platform and our custodial partners
• Identifying variance in securities transactions, positions, or performance
• Taking corrective action to match data between systems
• Ensuring the trading, corporate action, and cash transactions are being recorded properly
• Creating and reviewing reports to help identify issues
• Preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Preparing and improving documentation for the SmartX portfolio accounting procedures
• Investigating technical issues and providing engineers and management with recommendations for process and systemic improvement
• Supporting our implementation team when migrating existing portfolios to the SmartX platform
• Serving as a subject matter expert for engineering teams

 
Bonus Items

• Advanced degrees are always a plus
• Experience with SQL and/or other data related tools
• Experience with advisory fee billing

 
Hiring Company Description
SmartX Advisory Solutions was founded in 2013, and is a rapidly growing, leading financial technology firm developing breakthrough innovation to the wealth management industry.  If you want to work in a professional, yet relaxed, atmosphere with other dynamic individuals. You can simply apply to this position by clicking on "Apply" button.

Employment Type:	Full Time
Location:	West Palm Beach , Florida , United States
Experience Required:	Associate
Date Published:	27 Jan 2020