Practice Consultant II (Fund Accounting, Azure)

Fund Accounting Solution Architect

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About the role:.

We are looking for a highly skilled Techno-Functional SME specializing in Fund Accounting Products, specifically Investran and Invest One and Capital market domain. This role requires a unique blend of technical architecture knowledge and functional expertise in capital markets, with a focus on solutioning and client interaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in API integrations, cloud infrastructure (Azure, AWS), databases (Oracle, SQL Server etc), and a deep understanding of capital market domain, fund accounting processes and general ledger systems. The role involves client-facing responsibilities and may require travelling to different regions. The candidate may not be hands-on in technical areas but must understand and adopt the latest technologies in the market and provide solutions accordingly for implementations. The split between technical and functional expertise would be approximately 30% and 70% respectively.

About the team: 

• We bring award-winning, multi-asset-class investment operations and data solutions which primarily serve the Buy Side Asset Managers with front-to-back best in class solutions.
• Our market leader solutions include –Investment Accounting Manager, Private Capital Suite, Virtus, Global Transfer Agency and Data Management solution.
• Premier Asset Managers leverage our comprehensive investment operations systems and cloud services to drive growth and efficiency in the dynamic market conditions.
• Solutions used by 80% of the world’s largest Asset Managers as well as 90% of largest Private Equity firms.
• About 950 Product Engineering & 2,000 BPO FIS employees across the globe working efficiently to ensure our solution can process $47T worth of assets accurately.

What you will be doing:

Solution Design & Implementation:

• Work closely with clients to understand their business requirements and design tailored solutions using Investran, Invest One and other Backoffice systems
• Develop solution architectures that integrate seamlessly with existing systems, focusing on scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Propose and implement technical solutions involving API integrations, cloud infrastructure (especially Azure), and database management to meet client needs.
• Understand the requirements in detail and collaborate with the Tech Lead on estimations.

 Technical Expertise:

• Provide technical leadership in the design, development, and implementation of fund accounting solutions.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of solutions by conducting detailed technical assessments and identifying potential integration challenges.
• Should be conversant with the latest trends in technology (Azure, SaaS etc) and should be able to adopt them for solutioning.
• Experience with migrating applications from one platform to another would be good to have but not necessary.
• Good to have knowledge on Snowflake Integration.
• Guide the development teams on best practices related to architecture, code, and infrastructure. 

Functional Knowledge:

•  Leverage deep functional knowledge in capital markets, particularly in the fund accounting space, to drive solution effectiveness.
•  Provide expertise in fund accounting processes, including general ledger systems, ensuring solutions align with industry standards and client expectations.
•  Should be able to engage with clients to understand their BAU and propose solutions accordingly (Invest One or Investran or both) and/or workarounds.

Client Interaction:

•  Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding technical and functional aspects of the fund accounting products.
•  Conduct workshops, presentations, and training sessions to demonstrate product capabilities and solutions.
•  Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their business objectives and aligning solutions to meet these objectives.

 Product Agnostic Approach:

• Employ a product-agnostic approach, leveraging expertise across multiple fund accounting products to provide the best possible solutions.
• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to offer innovative solutions that improve client outcomes.
•  Travel & Flexibility:
•  Be prepared to travel to client sites across different regions as required to support project delivery and client engagement activities.
•  Adapt to different time zones and work environments to meet client and project demands.

What you will need:

Qualifications & Skills:

•  Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or related field.

Experience:

•  Minimum 10 years of experience in a techno-functional role, preferably in capital markets or financial services.
• Proven experience with fund accounting products, specifically Investran and Invest One.
•  Strong experience in API integrations, cloud infrastructure (Azure preferred), and database management.

 Technical Skills:

•  Proficiency in architecture design and solutioning with a strong understanding of software development methodologies.
•  Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, especially Azure, and related technologies.
•  Knowledge of database technologies and integration patterns.

 Functional Skills:

•  In-depth knowledge of capital markets, fund accounting processes, and general ledger systems.
•  Ability to understand complex business processes and translate them into technical requirements.

 Interpersonal Skills:

•  Excellent client-facing skills with a proven ability to interact and communicate with senior stakeholders.
•  Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically and critically.
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Added bonus if you have:

What we offer you:
At FIS, you can learn, grow and make an impact in your career.

• Extensive Health Benefits Program along with the Family Protection Plan
• Best-in-class career mobility options across the globe
• Award-winning learning offerings for career development
• Adaptable home - office work model
• Opportunity to work with global teams and clients

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Sourcing Model

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