Senior Analyst - Institutional Portfolio Accounting

At Franklin Templeton, we’re driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients’ achievements.

Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!

About The Department

• The Institutional Services Accounting team manages core investment accounting activities that ensure accurate portfolio records and reporting. The team records transactions, reconciles positions with custodians, and supports portfolio managers with reliable data. You will work with experienced accounting professionals in a collaborative, process-driven environment. This team offers strong exposure to financial markets, operational excellence, and continuous improvement practices.
  
  

How You Will Add Value?

Core Responsibilities

• You will complete reconciliations and daily accounting processes on time.
• You will review and approve transactions exceeding defined thresholds.
• You will resolve cash and security breaks with the team.
• You will monitor reporting timelines and ensure deliverables are met.
• You will prepare accurate reports for stakeholders.
• You will improve processes and update procedures.
• You will support resource planning and team coverage.
  
  

Problem Solving & Analysis

• You will identify trends and highlight exceptions quickly.
• You will recommend solutions to prevent recurring issues.
• You will support resolution of complex accounting problems.
• You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• You will drive process improvements and system enhancements.
  
  

Other Responsibilities

• You will contribute to management reporting and analysis.
• You will track and meet performance objectives.
• You will participate in team discussions and initiatives.
• You will maintain updated process documentation.
• You will support special projects when required.
  
  

What Will Help You Be Successful in This Role?

Education & Experience

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 3–5 years of financial services accounting experience.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Understanding of mutual fund accounting and regulations.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with SimCorp Dimension preferred.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• High accountability and initiative.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

Work Shift Timings - 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM IST

Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!

Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.

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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered.

Highlights Of Our Benefits Include

• Professional development growth opportunities through in-house classes and over 150 Web-based training courses
• An educational assistance program to financially help employees seeking continuing education
• Medical, Life and Personal Accident Insurance benefit for employees. Medical insurance also cover employee’s dependents (spouses, children and dependent parents)
• Life insurance for protection of employees’ families
• Personal accident insurance for protection of employees and their families
• Personal loan assistance
• Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP)
• 12 weeks Paternity leave
• Onsite fitness center, recreation center, and cafeteria
• Transport facility
• Child day care facility for women employees
• Cricket grounds and gymnasium
• Library
• Health Center with doctor availability
• HDFC ATM on the campus
  
  

Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.

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