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Fund Accountant, Senior Specialist

AT Vanguard
Vanguard

Fund Accountant, Senior Specialist

Dublin, Ireland

Oversees process implementation and drives improvements to ensure consistency across global fund and investment operations. Oversees controls to ensure compliance.

Working Pattern: Hybrid (Tues- Thursday office based)

Keywords: Fund Operations, Investment Operations, Analyst, Finance, Accounting

We are looking for a talented Fund and Investment Operations Analyst to join our team in Dublin. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee process implementation and drive improvements across global fund and investment operations. The successful candidate will have the chance to work with a supp o rtive leadership team, leverage strong industry knowledge, and contribute to strategic recommendations.

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  • Opportunity to work with a global leader in investment management


  • Chance to drive improvements across global fund and investment operations


  • Work with a supportive leadership team

What you'll do:

As a Fund and Investment Operations Analyst at Vanguard, you will play a crucial role in overseeing process implementation and driving improvements across global fund and investment operations. You will be responsible for leading internal control framework improvements, formulating strategic recommendations, and proactively identifying and mitigating external events that could impact the team. Your role will also involve driving process improvements, identifying opportunities to enhance the accuracy of forecast reports, and collaborating with internal and external partners to support global operations.

  • Oversee process implementation for trade operations ensuring global consistency


  • Act as subject matter and technical expert, identifying and resolving complex operational issues


  • Lead internal control framework improvements and formulate strategic recommendations


  • Support portfolio managers to ensure operational objectives are met


  • Serve as an escalation contact, creating, building, and maintaining relationships with portfolio traders and managers


  • Proactively identify and mitigate external events and regulatory changes that impact the team


  • Drive process improvements, identify opportunities to improve accuracy of forecast reports


  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to support global operations

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Fund and Investment Operations Analyst role at Vanguard brings a minimum of five years of related work experience. An undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience is required , with preference given to those with an Accounting or Finance degree. A CFA or other financial designation is also preferred. You should have strong industry knowledge to support relationship management, along with the ability to anticipate portfolio events and lead process enhancement initiatives.

  • Minimum of five years related work experience


  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience


  • Accounting or Finance degree preferred


  • CFA or other financial designation preferred


  • Strong industry knowledge to support relationship management


  • Ability to anticipate portfolio events and lead process enhancement initiatives

What sets this company apart:

Vanguard is a globally recognised leader in investment management. They are committed to providing their employees with flexible working opportunities, generous pensions contributions, training opportunities, and a supportive leadership team. Working at Vanguard means being part of a dedicated team that values collaboration, commitment, and understanding.

What's next:

Ready for an exciting career move? Apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided. We look forward to receiving your application!

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Dublin, Ireland
Job ID: Vanguard-164433
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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