Performance and Reporting Analyst at PPS

Ideal experience:

1. Minimum 4 years prior work experience at an asset manager in a similar role is advantageous.
2. Sound knowldege of performance and attribution methodologies
3. In-depth knowledge of portfolio and instruments level data and their appropriate classification
4. Spreadsheet, presentation and reporting experience essential
5. A quantitative degree and investment focus will be an advantage, CIPM/CFA or currently studing towards the designation will be an advantage

Ideal qualifications:

1. BCom or Business Science or other relevant degree with a major in statistics, economics or portfolio management

Competencies and ideal personality attributes:

1. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
2. Accountability and responsibility for accuracy and detail of work
3. Self-starter, take initiative and be proactive
4. Diligence and numerical ability
5. Ability to prioritize duties and responsibilities, and meet deadlines
6. Willingness to learn
7. Passionate, ambitious and energetic
8. Ability to adapt to change
9. A bias to action
10. Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Systems knowledge:

1. In depth knowledge of Microsoft Office incl. Excel & Powerpoint
2. Working knowledge of Inet & Morningstar preferred, and a basic understanding of SQL(SSRS) will be an advantage

Main duties and responsbilities:

1. Responsible for monthly and quarterly performance processes ensuring the correctness and timeous distribution of internal and external reporting.
2. Responsible for researching and resolving any database discrepancies
3. Manually recalculate performance numbers when needed to ensure accuracy
4. Maintenance of performance and attribution system
5. Work closely with investment analysts to ensure decision-making is based on accurate and reliable data
6. Resolution of ad hoc performance, attribution and reporting queries.
7. Maintenance of integrity of investment database(s) including accurate classification of information & identification and correction of errors; liaise with developers & managers to ensure information is captured correctly when required.
8. Ensure investment team are provided with relevant timely reports of underlying portfolios; engage with investment team & developers to ensure reports remain accurate & relevant
9. Interpret and analyse Attribution and Contribution analysis results and investigate detractors and contributors to performance
10. Contribute towards the continuous improvement of the processes, systems and outputs to meet the needs of internal and external clients