Fund Operations Data Assistant Internship at Cytonn Investments

The intern will be involved in the various activities in Fund Operations from Client managment to portfolio admnistration duties.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio administration: Ensure proper recording of all portfolio transactions including: client's contributions, withdrawals and any corporate actions
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of client statements and investment reports for the investment team
• Ensure effective and timely reporting for fund position and return to clients
• Communicate and reconcile portfolio activity with custodian banks and administrators
• Interact with clients, their advisers, custodians and administrators regarding portfolio operations
• Timely release of accurate financial and portfolio data
• Maintains controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures to be followed
• Maintains financial security by coming up and following internal controls
• Preparation of payments by verifying documentation
• Ensuring compliance with taxation and any other financial legal requirements
• Preparation of special reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing account information and trends
• Drive efficiency by spearheading automation processes and enhance internal systems for communication within the department
• Follow up on clients’ overdue payments by sending payment reminders
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Generate reports detailing accounts receivable status
• Undertake cashbook reconciliations on a daily basis by providing bank reconciliations
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Requirements

• Diploma certification in business or related field (achieved)
• A minimum qualification of at least C plain and above or equivalent in High School
• Strong computer proficiency skills in all Microsoft Office packages
• Excellent data analytical skills
• Positive attitude and flexibility to handle diverse tasks
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, with great accuracy, organization, attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to carry out assigned projects to completion
• Ability to maintain solid relationships with staff members, clients and consultants
• Ability to multitask and be flexible to working long hours where requested upon

Learning Opportunities

The Intern will have an opportunity to work in a fast-paced investment environment where they will learn client management and  portfolio management skills.

We are seeking to employ a young, energetic, passionate, creative, highly motivated, self-directed, team player and hardworking individual looking to join the team as a Funds Operations Intern