Fund Administration Data Analyst

Who You'll Work With:

The Global Fund Administration department (“GFA”) is responsible for the oversight of approximately 600 pooled investment vehicles domiciled in the US, Luxembourg, Cayman Islands, as well as other global jurisdictions.  These investment vehicles include 1940 Act mutual funds, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), Collective Investment Trusts (CITs), Luxembourg UCITS & AIFs, UK OEICs, Delaware Business Trusts (DBTs), hedge funds and alternative & structured products.

GFA has staff in the US, Luxembourg and Pune who oversee the day to day Net Asset Value (“NAV”) calculation as well as the regulatory and client reporting requirements for each product and distribution channel.  GFA also provides support and guidance to AB’s business units including Portfolio Management, Legal & Compliance, Product Management & Development, Marketing, Sales, Transfer Agent, Investor Relations as well as external business partners.

What You'll Do:

We are seeking a Nashville, Tennessee based candidate to fill a Fund Administration Data Analyst role within Global Fund Administration.

The Fund Administration Data Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the data reporting requirements of all investment vehicles overseen by GFA.  The role entails ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of deliverables as well as ensuring all requirements of our internal and external customers are managed efficiently and effectively.  The position will multi-task, problem solve & troubleshoot, analyze and effectively communicate.  The role is also expected to interact with and manage external business partners as well as initiate and lead process improvement initiatives.

Describe the applications and business or enterprise functions the role supports:

GFA supports all activities associated with pooled investment vehicles for the firm.  GFA’s mission is to provide “Best in Class Service” to each of our internal and external customers which includes, but not limited to, Portfolio Management, Legal & Compliance, Product Management & Development, Marketing, Sales, Transfer Agent, Investor Relations and business partners such as administrators and audit firms.

The Fund Administration Data Analyst role involves the management of GFA’s nightly pricing process utilizing a third party software, Unity.  This platform is also utilized as a data repository and performance calculation engine. 

The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Administer day to day operations for data capture and reporting

• Responsible for the daily administration of Unity platform including the interaction with internal technology support team

• Ensure deliverable deadlines are monitored and achieved

• Research and resolve any identified operational issues and notify management accordingly

• Provide timely support to internal and external queries or data and performance requests

• Collaborate and communicate with team members as well as business partners

• Participate in process documentation, training, improvement proposals and implementation

• Assist with ad hoc special projects including fund launches, liquidations, data requests, etc.

• Prepare departmental reports (assets under management, fee reporting, etc.)

What makes this role unique or interesting (if applicable)?

GFA oversees all of AB’s pooled investment vehicles which lends itself to potential exposure across an array of products, processes and jurisdictions.  Additionally, this role is mission critical in managing GFA’s nightly pricing process and the dissemination of NAVs and performance to our clients (both internal and external).

What is the professional development value of this role, i.e., what learning and professional growth does the role offer the candidate?

This role involves facilitating time sensitive processes and managing projects so a candidate will have the opportunity to develop project management skills.  Also, due to the client service nature of the role, a candidate will be able to enhance their written and verbal communication skills.

As GFA oversees all of AB’s pooled investment vehicles, there is potential for exposure across an array of products, processes and jurisdictions.  GFA prefers to promote from within when the opportunity arises.

What We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the mutual fund or finance industry as well as a 4 year college degree with a business major (preferably accounting or finance).

Skills:

The candidate should have proficient knowledge of mutual fund accounting and performance calculations.  The role requires a strong mathematical and technological background, being well organized and possess excellent analytical, communication and problem solving skills.

The candidate should possess proficiency in standard desktop applications such as Excel, Outlook, Word.  Advanced Excel skills such as macro writing would be a plus.

Who We Are:

As a leading global investment management firm, AB fosters diverse perspectives and embraces innovation to help our clients navigate the uncertainty of capital markets. Through high-quality research and diversified investment services, we serve institutions, individuals, and private wealth clients in major markets worldwide. Our ambition is simple: to be our clients’ most valued asset-management partner.

With over 4,400 employees across 51 locations in 25 countries, our people are our advantage. We foster a culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration to create an environment where everyone can thrive and do their best work. Whether you're producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business, or providing thoughtful advice to clients, we’re looking for unique voices to help lead us forward. If you’re ready to challenge your limits and build your future, join us.

AB does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed,  ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law.  AB’s policies, as well as practices, seek to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants, based solely on job-related criteria.

Special Knowledge (if applicable):

Familiarity with Confluence’s Unity platform would be beneficial.