Assistant Accountant

At Franklin Templeton, we're advancing 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 provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.

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What is Global Commissions Team responsible for?

Global Commissions team has responsibility for accounting and reporting of sales, distribution, and marketing transactions in books of Franklin Templeton and its subsidiaries.

The work includes effective operation of the processing and analyzing of broker/dealer commissions for all European and International fund groups. Collaborating with others in the commission group and other members within the global finance organization.

What are the ongoing responsibilities of Assistant Accountant?

Download and format daily bank statements. Record bank transactions in Workday general ledger. Monitor daily cash balances to ensure no overdrafts. Analyze invoiced payments and record in Workday general ledger. Prepare and post front-end commissions mid-month and month end AP CBC Payments and AP FX Movement. Prepare and post front-end commissions mid-month and month end commission transfer movements. Prepare and analyze monthly front-end CBC payment match. Prepare and Post CBC CF Balances. Maintain monthly returns reconciliation. Prepare and post bank returns and payments. Prepare and post monthly returns write off. Mid-month & month end analysis for payables, receivables. Month end analysis for front end Month end analysis of Deferred Commissions Amortization. Month end analysis of Deferred Sales Commission Fees. Participate in departmental projects and/or participate in cross-departmental projects. Assist with maintenance of policies and procedures related to global commissions. Provide support to Supervisor in month and quarter end reporting.

What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?

An accounting/business tertiary education from a recognized university/college 1-2+ year practical accounting experience. Good understanding of financial processes, practices, and applications. Working towards an accounting qualification viewed favorably. Work experience within the investment management industry and/or financial sector preferred. Solid analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient computer skills including applications within Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, Powerpoint). Experience with automated financial systems, including the general ledger, is required. Workday experience viewed favorably. Experience working with large volume of data and close attention to detail required. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work independently and remotely. Strong attention to detail Ability to perform mathematical calculations and analysis. Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision. Ability to exercise independent judgment consistent with department guidelines. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with persons contacted in the course of performing assigned duties including Company management and outside business associates. Knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary Works under general supervision; work is reviewed for accuracy. Develops solutions to a variety of problems; ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives.

Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential

Building teams with diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences has always been important to us. Cultivating an inclusive culture where employees feel safe to share their voices is not only beneficial for our people, but also drives innovation and enables us to deliver better client outcomes. So, no matter your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We will provide you with tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help you excel in your career and personal life.

We want our employees to be at their best. By joining us, you will connect with 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 staying physically and mentally healthy, saving for life's adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have you covered.

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.

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