Portfolio Administrator (FTC 6 Months)

Bell Potter Securities Limited is a leading stockbroking and financial advisory firm that is a part of the listed Bell Financial Group (ASX:BFG). We offer high-quality professional advice to corporate, institutional and private clients across Australia.

We are looking to employ somebody who is passionate about providing great service in the financial services industry and has a keen desire to learn to become a proficient Administrator, joining our portfolio administration service based in Melbourne on a full time basis. This is a fixed term contract for 6 Months with the view to permanency.  

You are an individual who is organised, takes pride in your high attention to detail, is willing to dedicate time in the role to learn it fully and is a great team player. As part of the team, you will be providing investment administration services to Advisers and their clients, with high levels of professionalism and customer service. 

Responsibilities:

This position undertakes a broad range of duties including:

• Being the primary point of contact for requests and enquiries relating to the portfolio administration service from advisers and desk assistants
• On-boarding of new accounts, ensuring accuracy and validity of both documentation and data
• Investigation and reconstruction of transaction cost histories
• Reconciling client cash balances, transactions and positions against internal or external records
• Creating quarterly and annual client statements which include transaction reports, portfolio valuation and income received etc. 

Knowledge and Experience:

• Qualifications in finance, accounting, securities or financial planning are an advantage but not mandatory
• Suitable for a recent graduate or someone with 1 to 2 years' administration experience looking to take the next step in their career
• An understanding or some experience in equities, managed funds, fixed interest, international shares, cash or corporate actions will be viewed favorably
• Proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook is required.

Full training and career progression on offer for the right candidate to start off as a junior Administrator and grow their career with us, becoming an experienced Administrator. 

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