Finance Analyst

Mercer
is seeking candidates for the following position based in Melbourne:


Finance Analyst

Fixed Term contract until 28 April 2023



What can you expect?


What we offer is a chance to join a company that is not only winning, but transforming in the most exciting way possible. Our CEO, David Bryant, is dedicated to Mercer Australia being a people first culture. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding career development, learning opportunities, rewards and benefits, and we are committed to making your journey with us FUN.
Voted #1 HR Consulting Company Globally
Prestigious Melbourne CBD (Docklands) office
Great Package
Great time to join this global organisation in Growth Phase


What is in it for you?


At Mercer, we recognise that our most important asset is our people. We offer benefits and programs that support career development such as professional development support, exam and study assistance and global rotation opportunities which will support and nurture you with every opportunity to reach your full potential. We also recognise the value of healthy, happy colleagues and promote a culture of care and wellbeing, offering benefits such as flexible working and much more!
Flexible hybrid work environment
Leading training and development programs
Professional environment where your career path really matters and is supported in our global organisation
Great team of energetic and supportive colleagues
Genuine work life balance


We will count on you to:


The Finance Analyst reports to the Senior Manager Investment Services (Finance and Reporting) and is responsible for sub-advisors fee reports, expense recoveries, buy sell spreads, client reporting and RG 97 Fees and Cost disclosure calculation, and ensuring prompt resolution of related issues - for both Australian and New Zealand Mercer funds.

The Investment Services Finance Analyst will utilise their strong communication and stakeholder management skills to resolve queries and escalations with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including investment managers, custodians and auditors, representing Mercer with the highest standard of professionalism at all times.

Key responsibilities include:
Working through new Manager fees as part of the BT onboard. This could see up to 60 new managers which need to be analysed, data logged/collated, and new invoicing established (configuration).
Working through manager spreads and unit pricing data to ensure daily feed up into Mercers Unit Pricing check is accurate.
Taking profitability and cost of manufacture queries from the business on new managers


What you need to have:

Strong understanding of financial markets and investment management processes, including the drivers behind market movements and knowledge of asset manager processes.
Finance experience (2+ years) from a funds management background required
Tertiary qualification and/or industry specific qualification such as a finance degree or other equivalent university qualification
Good organisational and excel skills are a must.


Please note: All offers of employment are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check including criminal record check, previous employment history and financial stability. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.



About us:

Mercer believes in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercers more than 25,000 employees are based in 44 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries. Mercer is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the worlds leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, with 81,000 colleagues and annual revenue of $19 billion. Through its market-leading businesses including Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman, Marsh & McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment. For more information, visit (link removed) Follow Mercer on Twitter @Mercer.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people regardless of their sex/gender, marital or parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Please apply using the link below, applications will only be considered from candidates who have the appropriate approval to work in Australia. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal & Bankruptcy check prior to commencement of employment.