Middle Office – Fund Accounting, Associate

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Data Operations Associate to support the onboarding, validation, and management of client data into enterprise platforms. The role focuses on ensuring accurate, timely, and complete data delivery for investment portfolios across asset classes such as Real Estate and Private Credit.

The candidate will work closely with implementation, data quality, technology, and client-facing stakeholders to extract, map, validate, and maintain fund and portfolio-level data while supporting strong documentation and audit trail practices.                                                          

Why this role is important to us:

This role is important because high-quality data onboarding, validation, and maintenance directly support reliable data delivery, client reporting, operational controls, and scalable platform adoption across investment portfolios.  Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.  Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for: As a Fund Accounting Associate – Data Operations, you will:  Data Onboarding & Processing   Extract and upload data from client documents, including Schedule of Investments (SOI), valuation reports, leases, loan data, and related fund documents.  Map source data fields to system templates and enterprise platform requirements.  Support onboarding of new funds, portfolios, and assets across relevant client structures. 

Data Quality & Validation   Perform validation checks for completeness, accuracy, and consistency of data.  Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in datasets.  Maintain an audit trail of changes, validations, and source references. 

Document Analysis & Data Extraction   Review fund documents, valuation reports, lease agreements, and loan-level data documents.  Capture required fields with source references, including page and label mapping where applicable.  Highlight missing, derived, or calculated data points for review and confirmation. 

Issue Tracking & Resolution   Log data issues and follow up with internal and external stakeholders.  Track re solution status and support closure within agreed timelines. 

Reporting & Deliverables   Prepare weekly and monthly data reports, extracts, and onboarding status updates.  Support dashboard inputs using Power BI-ready data structures.  Provide updates on onboarding progress, data quality metrics, and issue status. 

Stakeholder Coordination   Liaise with internal teams such as Implementation, Data QA, and Technology.  Communicate with external stakeholders for data clarifications and follow-ups.  Support client calls by providing data updates and issue summaries. 

Process Adherence & Improvement   Follow defined SOPs for data onboarding, validation, and quality control.  Suggest improvements for efficiency, automation, and standardization.  Support post-implementation reviews and documentation updates.

What we value: These skills will help you succeed in this role:  Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.  Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.  Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.  Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.  Ownership mindset with focus on resolution, documentation, and process adherence. 

Education & Preferred Qualifications: Masters or Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.  Good understanding of accounting principles and financial data concepts.  Understanding financial data across Real Estate and/or Private Credit is preferred.  Familiarity with Schedule of Investments (SOI), valuation reports, leases, and loan-level data is preferred.  Strong Excel skills, including data cleaning, validation, and basic formulas.  Understanding data structures, templates, and mapping between source documents and system fields.  Good written and spoken communication skills.

About State Street What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers  

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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