Vacancy NameEntry Level - Associate - Client Reporting Location CityKilkenny Employment TypePermanent DepartmentClient Operations DescriptionWho are we looking for?We are looking to hire an ambitious Business, Finance or Mathematics graduate who will be part of an evolving Client Reporting team in Kilkenny, responsible for the delivery of client regulatory and industry best practice reports while gaining exposure to a dynamic and fast-changing financial services environment. A successful candidate will be involved in change management, issue resolution, enhancing processes through AI, and key projects, having the opportunity to gain a broad knowledge base and develop key competencies. The candidate will be based in the Carne Kilkenny office.What are the minimum requirements you need for the role?University degree in Business, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline.Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.Interested in, or currently working towards ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA, CAIA.Exposure to data analysis tools e.g., Power BI is highly desirable.Knowledge of global investment instruments and regulatory markets.Good understanding of different investment vehicles, including ICAVs, AIFs, CCFs, UCITS and international fund structures an advantage.What is your role and your responsibilities?Execute the end-to-end production and delivery of periodic regulatory reports and factsheets for our clients, ensuring they are delivered accurately and in a timely manner.Apply mathematical and analytical skills to interpret methodologies, validate calculations, and support sign-off processes.Leverage AI-driven analytics and automation to strengthen control mechanisms and optimize lead times for improved operational efficiency.Attend client and internal meetings to understand new and/or change management requests, managing relevant activities to ensure requirements are incorporated into BAU.Actively work with key stakeholders to manage routine and/or complex ad-hoc queries, data requests and client change, through to completion in line with client expectations.Assist in the provision of data to internal and external parties as well as managing supplier relationships including SLA/service monitoring.Consistently review end-to-end processes to ensure they are efficient, reduce manual dependencies and mitigate risk.Maintain accurate and timely centralised team schedules to track scheduled and ad-hoc reporting deliverables and client requests.Responsible for drafting and updating procedures on a timely basis, ensuring new tasks and changes to processes are consistently documented and appropriately tested within the team to ensure accuracy, quality and timeliness of report production and delivery to clients and/or 3rd parties.Actively support Client Reporting management in setting strategic goals and deliver key tactical solutions.Assist in training of team members to develop key competencies and gain the necessary experience to competently deliver reporting deliverables.What Competencies do you require?Effective CommunicationCommunicates effectively, engaging with others in a warm and professional mannerPlanning and organisingOrganises and plans work effectively, ensuring delivery to quality and timescales in the short and longer term. Structures tasks logically to support efficient execution and clarity of responsibilities.Analytical (Attention to detail)Strong numerical,analytical and problem-solving skills. Processes detailed information methodically to ensure accuracy and informed decision-making.AdaptabilityAdapts approach and responds effectively to different situations, people and new opportunitiesResilienceWorks well managing competing priorities, bounces back quickly from setbacks in a positive and constructive mannerDrive and MotivationHighly motivated and driven, able to focus on what needs to be achieved and enthuses others to do this.QualityMotivated to produce accurate, quality, and timely work output.Delivering resultsConsistently achieves objectives by maintaining focus, overcoming obstacles, and ensuring outcomes are delivered to a high standardLearning MindsetCuriosity to learn and understand key factors, new techniques or technologies affecting their work.Who is Carne Group?Carne Group has established itself in the funds industry with $2tn in AUM supported by 600+ staff and four regulated management companies. Together with a large team of industry specialists, Carne serves more than 650+ traditional and alternative asset management clients from key fund jurisdictions and financial hubs including Ireland, Luxembourg, Zurich, Lisbon, London, New York, Cayman and Channel Islands.Excellence and innovation are central to Carne's work and we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent to deliver an unrivalled service to our clients. Whilst working with Carne, you will be provided with opportunities to develop your skills and experience by working in a dynamic, innovative, and multicultural environment where exciting careers are built.We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the asset management industry. Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide Research shows that members of other under-represented groups tend not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when in fact, they do At Carne we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.