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Declan Gernon QFA

Declan Gernon QFA

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Completed CFA Level 2 May 2024. Fund Accounting Supervisor at HedgeServ Fund Services.

  • Education

    • CFA Institute

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      Level 1 Chartered Financial Analyst Exam Pass

      Activities and Societies: Topics covered: Ethical and Professional Standards, Quantitative Methods, Economics, Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Issuers, Portfolio Management, Equity Investments, Fixed Income, Derivatives & Alternative Investments.

    • Colaiste Ris Secondary School

      2010 - 2015

      I received both the Junior and Leaving Certificate at Colaiste Ris. Subjects studied include Maths, English, Irish, Geography, Business, Physics, Art.

    • St. Peter’s National Primary School

      2002 - 2010

    • IOB

      2020 - 2021
      Professional Diploma in Financial Advice Investments, Life Assurance, Pensions, Loan, Regulation & Financial Planning.

    • IOB

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      Professional Certificate in Complex Financial Instruments in International Financial Services Merit

      This is a level 7 qualification on the National Framework of qualifications.

    • UCD Professional Academy

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      Certificate in Data Analytics for Finance Python

      Twelve-week practical online course exploring data manipulation and visualisation in Python using libraries such a Pandas & Matplotlib.

    • Dundalk Institute of Technology

      2015 - 2018
      Bachelor's degree Business 2:1

      Graduated from a three year general Business Studies course. Modules studied revolve around topics such Management, Economics, Finance, Commerce, Information Technology and Human Resource Management.Modules taken: Year 1- Financial Accounting, Macroeconomics, Quantitative Techniques, Communication Skills for the workplace, Management and Marketing, Research & Writing Skills, Microeconomics, Introduction to Business Computing,EntrepreneurshipYear 2- Business Law, Financial… Show more Graduated from a three year general Business Studies course. Modules studied revolve around topics such Management, Economics, Finance, Commerce, Information Technology and Human Resource Management.Modules taken: Year 1- Financial Accounting, Macroeconomics, Quantitative Techniques, Communication Skills for the workplace, Management and Marketing, Research & Writing Skills, Microeconomics, Introduction to Business Computing,EntrepreneurshipYear 2- Business Law, Financial Management,Managerial Economics, Public Finance, Management Accounting, Organisational Behavior Intercultural Context, Human Resource Management, Technology & Information ManagementYear 3- European Law and Business, Strategic Management, Financial Services, Applied Economics, E-business, Operations Management, Business Ethics Show less

  • Experience

    • Linencare Laundries Limited

      Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
      General Operative

      I worked as a general operative for a local company called LinenCare during the summer break of 2016. The company provided a linen rental service to hotels, restaurants and spas across the country. Tasks included sorting laundry and operating machinery. It was during this employment I acquired and learned the importance of the skills of communication, team work and time management. During my time working with LinenCare I saw first hand the supply chain of the hospitality industry.

    • Callan's Alcohol Emporium

      Aug 2017 - Dec 2017
      Retail Sales and Stockroom Assistant

      Employed in an off-license in Dundalk, County Louth. Duties and Responsibility's included helping customers choose between the array of goods and services available, processing payments, answering phone calls, preparing home delivery's, stocking shop shelves, counting stock, maintaining the appearance of the shop whilst providing a high level of customer service. I enjoyed working in Callan's because it gave me the opportunity to work in yet another industry, wine & spirits. I have also gained the necessary skills and experience needed to work in Retail and Sales. Show less

    • SuMi TRUST Global Asset Services

      Jun 2018 - May 2021
      Fund Administrator - NAV

      Previously employed as a Fund Administrator based in the NAV Department. The NAV Department is responsible for the timely and accurate calculation and issue of the Net Asset Value to the company’s clients.

    • Utmost International

      May 2021 - Oct 2024
      Senior Administrator, Inhouse NAV & Internal Pricing

      Responsibilities include production, review and publication of NAV’s as well as trade input, execution, liaising with portfolio managers and the relevant counterparties regarding the placement of settlement instructions and monitoring of settlement status, booking of payments & transfers to and from bank accounts, liaising with fund houses with regard to calculation and receipt of AMC rebates and commissions, review of draft EFL agreements with fund houses, and maintenance & updating of account details with TA’s, Custodians and FundSettle. Show less

    • HedgeServ

      Oct 2024 - now
      Fund Accounting Supervisor - NAV Team

  • Licenses & Certifications