Lead Fund Accounting Analyst
At Franklin Templeton, we’re driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients’ achievements.
Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!
We are looking to hire a CA with 2–5 years of relevant experience in India Mutual Fund operations, with specific exposure to expense processing, SEBI expense regulations, TER management and related operational controls. The role will support BAU activities across GFAR operations while also contributing to automation, process improvement, and new business/regulatory initiatives.
The position is intended to strengthen operational bandwidth, improve team resilience, and support the transition towards a more automation-enabled and scalable operating model.
What are the Key Job Responsibilities?Support day-to-day Mutual Fund expense management, including expense processing, validation, monitoring, and related controls.
Assist in TER management and monitoring in line with applicable SEBI regulations and internal policies.
Support review and analysis of scheme-level expenses, accruals, payments, recoveries, and expense classification.
Assist with regulatory and internal reporting requirements related to MF expenses and fund operations.
Work with senior team members on process documentation, maker-checker controls, reconciliations and exception management.
Contribute to automation initiatives using tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, Excel automation and other AI-enabled tools.
Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort, standardize processes, and improve operational efficiency.
Assist in preparing MIS, dashboards, trackers, and management reporting for operational oversight.
Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification required.
2–5 years of relevant experience in India Mutual Fund operations.
Hands-on exposure to MF expense management, TER monitoring, SEBI expense regulations and fund operations.
Experience in asset management/ fund operations preferred.
Automation / Technology Skills:
Hands-on or working knowledge of tools such as:
Power BI
Alteryx
Advanced Excel / VBA / Power Query
AI-enabled productivity or workflow tools
Ability to build dashboards, automate recurring reports, and support data-driven process improvements.
Interest in using automation to improve controls, reduce manual processing, and enhance reporting efficiency.
Strong understanding of India Mutual Fund operations and regulatory environment.
Good analytical skills with attention to detail.
Ability to interpret regulations and apply them to operational processes.
Strong ownership mindset and ability to work independently.
Process improvement orientation with willingness to drive automation.
Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage BAU activities while supporting projects and transformation initiatives.
Strong control mindset and ability to work in a regulated environment.
Work Shift Timings - 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM IST
Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have them covered.
Highlights of our benefits include:
Professional development growth opportunities through in-house classes and over 150 Web-based training courses
An educational assistance program to financially help employees seeking continuing education
Medical, Life and Personal Accident Insurance benefit for employees. Medical insurance also cover employee’s dependents (spouses, children and dependent parents)
Life insurance for protection of employees’ families
Personal accident insurance for protection of employees and their families
Personal loan assistance
Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP)
Annual recognition programme
Volunteer services and paid time off for volunteering
12 weeks Paternity leave
Located in the heart of Mumbai in the One International Centre, with spectacular views of the buzzing city
Walking distance of 100 meters from Western/Central railway station, accessible by road and local rail from all parts of the city
Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.