Description
Job Description
The Test Specialist is responsible for testing of Transfer Agency Products for both Mutual and Hedge funds. He/she will be working on several complex projects including test scenarios and test scripts. He/she will build and sustain strong relationships with client groups and work with the development teams to triage defects.
Responsibilities include:
* Development of test strategies and detailed test plans & scripts
* General testing activities required to support projects
* Support the manager to establish standards & procedures for the test team
* Support the manager in sign-off of testing and support for the release to production
* Working with technology to co-ordinate and manage defect reporting and tracking
* Review business requirements, system and functional specification documents and ensure the end to end business solution meets the business needs
* Facilitate walkthroughs of business solution
* Support Implementation and Training
* Assist Application Developers (internal and external) and Technical Support staff in identifying and resolving problems.
* Assist with Second/Third Level Production Support
Technical Competencies:
* Minimum 5+ years Software quality control experience
* Experience within Transfer Agency (TA) or other related Financial Experience
* Experience with TA systems (GFAS, MSHARE and RUFUS preferably)
* Proven expertise in Hedge Fund equalisation methodologies would be a distinct advantage
* Experience with series of shares/limited partnerships/hurdle rates/performance fee structures also a distinct advantage
* Experience in dealing with web reporting applications
* Strong SQL skills and experience of working in a SQL environment
* Strong skills with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint)
* Experience in test automation is required (eg Quality Center/Test Director)
* Experience in working with third party vendors is required