Arthur Ball

Background

About Arthur Ball

Investment technology executive with 15+ years of experience at the intersection of capital markets, portfolio management systems, and cloud infrastructure. I specialize in transforming complex financial environments by aligning client needs with technological capabilities and operational excellence. My expertise spans the full investment management lifecycle—from pre-trade analytics and order management to portfolio accounting (IBOR), reconciliation, performance measurement, client reporting, and billing. Having worked extensively with hedge funds, RIAs, and family offices, I bring deep domain understanding of both traditional and alternative investments across the front, middle, and back office. Core Competencies: • Investment Book of Records (IBOR) design and implementation • Trading system integration and portfolio accounting architecture • Cloud-based SaaS infrastructure optimization (AWS, APIs, microservices) • Multi-custodian data integration and reconciliation • Financial calculations, performance attribution, and risk analytics • Derivatives accounting and complex instrument valuation • Enterprise-grade test automation and quality engineering • Cross-functional team leadership and mentorship My unique value proposition lies in bridging the technical and financial domains—I speak both languages fluently. I've led teams that successfully delivered transformative fintech solutions that drive efficiency, accuracy, and growth for investment managers. Whether you need a strategic advisor for a comprehensive platform overhaul, technical leadership for a critical implementation, or an expert to solve complex integration challenges, I deliver results-driven solutions that align with your business objectives. Open to full-time leadership opportunities and select consulting engagements where I can leverage my expertise to drive meaningful change in investment technology.