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Sprucegrove Investment Management Ltd. is a Toronto- based investment management firm with a value style, specializing in global equities for institutional clients. We are registered in Canada as a Portfolio Manager, an Exempt Market Dealer and an Investment Fund Manager, as applicable, including our principal Canadian regulator, the Ontario Securities Commission (“OSC”). Sprucegrove is also registered as an investment adviser with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).

As a member of the Investment Operations Team, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate execution of daily operational requirements including trade settlements, fund administration, and reporting. You will have experience working in the asset management and/or asset servicing industry with a strong understanding of back and/or middle office operations. Other key qualities include great attention to detail and strong communication skills.

What you will do:

§ Perform cash and position reconciliation between Accounting System and Custodian

• Partner with Marketing and Client Service teams to ensure prompt, accurate performance information for client requests, questionnaires, and consultant databases
• Assist and support special projects as needed
• Daily Performance for Pooled Funds
• Daily/monthly/quarterly client reporting
• Run and analyze attribution and performance numbers
• Support audit requirements
• Liaise with custodian for all new market openings and ensure all appropriate paperwork/requirements are managed on a timely basis
• Identify improvements to existing processes to further gain operational efficiency and productivity
• Manage and maintain new security set ups on the Trading/Accounting system
• Support all reporting requirements

What you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field, preferably finance or accounting.
• Solid analytical and troubleshooting skills and advanced skills with Microsoft products, including Excel
• Prior experience in a similar role
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated commitment to meeting deadlines
• Experience working with Investment systems an asset (EZE, SS&C Pacer, FactSet, Other)
• Strong written and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and manage relationships internally and externally.

Our employees are the foundation of our success, focusing on always doing what is right for our clients. We are proud of our diverse and unique backgrounds and respect the rights of all to be treated with dignity and respect.

All employment decisions will be based on merit, skills, performance, and business needs. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Applicants may notify us of any accommodations needed to support participation in the recruitment process. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted for this position.