Join JPMorgan Chase as a Fund Servicing Associate II and be at the forefront of enhancing our operational services in fund accounting and administration. This role offers a unique opportunity for career growth and skill development, as you collaborate with a dynamic team and contribute to impactful solutions. Experience the benefits of being part of a leading financial institution that values innovation and continuous improvement.

Job Summary

As an Associate in the Depositary Services Financial Reporting Team, you will manage the production and review of annual and interim financial statements for a wide range of hedge and mutual fund clients. You will lead team operations, uphold control standards, and drive continuous improvement, ensuring the highest quality of service and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Partner with senior management to drive talent retention, development, and capacity planning for the team.
• Motivate, coach, and develop team members to sustain high performance and engagement.
• Oversee daily activities within the Depositary team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of deliverables.
• Assign responsibilities, balance workloads, and foster an efficient, well-controlled work environment.
• Enforce adherence to internal procedures and control frameworks, applying the four-eyes principle.
• Review end-of-day packages and resolve escalated exceptions and blockers promptly.
• Own the creation and maintenance of process documentation, including SOPs, SLAs, controls, and continuous improvement records.
• Facilitate timely, accurate, and professional completion of regular and ad-hoc client, investor, and regulatory reporting requirements.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Demonstrate 10+ years in Financial Services, with 3+ years directly in Depositary Services, Fund Accounting, Financial Reporting, or Performance & Analytics.
• Manage day-to-day operations in deadline- and volume-driven environments.
• Apply strong understanding of UK/EU fund regulations and frameworks (UCITS, AIFMD, FCA COLL), fund Prospectus/Trust Deed requirements, and depositary control principles.
• Exhibit working knowledge of fund life cycle, cash flow monitoring, asset safekeeping, reconciliations, NAV oversight, and investment compliance.
• Demonstrate familiarity with audit readiness and liaison, with a track record of closing findings and strengthening control environments.
• Create and maintain SOPs, SLAs, controls documentation, and management information/KPIs.
• Lead hands-on project management and user acceptance testing (UAT) for change initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Utilize data automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau, BI dashboards).
• Apply strong analytical, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate effectively across locations (onshore/offshore) and operate flexibly across time zones.
• Demonstrate adaptability, self-motivation, effective prioritization, and quick learning.
• Exhibit high emotional intelligence; build trust, foster collaboration, and maintain a professional, client-centric approach.