About the role
Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities Strategic Focus
- Support leadership in the implementation and execution of accounting review standards, controls, and best practices to enhance the quality and consistency of fund accounting deliverables.
- Identify and assess operational risks, cost-efficiency opportunities, and process improvement initiatives to support effective service delivery and operational excellence.
- Lead the preparation of fund accounting activities, financial statements, NAVs, and client reporting deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with client requirements and accounting standards.
- Support the management of complex fund structures, transactions, and reporting requirements by applying technical expertise and sound professional judgment.
- Provide oversight of key fund accounting and investor-related activities, ensuring timely execution and adherence to established controls and procedures.
- Prepare and validate management fee calculations, carried interest allocations, and other complex fund accounting activities to ensure accuracy and compliance with governing agreements.
- Support senior leadership in the implementation and execution of accounting review standards, controls, and best practices to enhance the quality and consistency of fund accounting deliverables.
- Identify and assess operational risks, cost-efficiency opportunities, and process improvement initiatives to support effective service delivery and operational excellence.
- Drive continuous improvement by recommending enhancements to review processes, controls, and reporting practices to improve efficiency, scalability, and service quality.
- Act as a subject matter resource for fund accounting and financial reporting matters, providing technical guidance and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Contribute to the successful delivery of strategic client objectives by ensuring high-quality, timely, and consistent service across assigned fund portfolios.
- Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous learning through active participation in team development and best-practice initiatives.
- Oversee the preparation and delivery of financial statements and other accounting reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely completion in accordance with established quality standards.
- Ensure accounting review procedures and practices are aligned with US GAAP, IFRS, and other applicable accounting standards, including the research and application of technical accounting guidance.
- Maintain a high standard of client service by reviewing client reports and financial statements for accuracy, quality, and completeness while ensuring adherence to agreed timelines.
- Ensure all accounting review activities are appropriately documented and performed in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and quality standards.
- Analyze, address, and resolve issues relating to technical accounting pronouncements, financial statement disclosures, and reporting requirements.
- Identify review efficiencies and recommend process improvements to enhance quality, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
- Review client deliverables, audit support documentation, and reporting packages to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable requirements.
- Leverage accounting systems and reporting tools to support efficient review processes and enhance reporting quality.
- Collaborate with global client service teams in accordance with established procedures to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency of service delivery.
- Provide guidance on client queries and reporting matters, ensuring timely communication and issue resolution.
- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships while serving as a key point of contact for accounting review matters.
- Demonstrate ownership of assigned fund relationships and review deliverables, ensuring quality and timely completion.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and knowledge sharing to support the development of junior team members.
- Support team objectives by promoting collaboration, consistency in review practices, and effective workload management.
- Provide clear and timely updates and respond effectively to stakeholder requests.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Support team learning through knowledge sharing and the promotion of best practices.
- Contribute positively to team objectives and support colleagues as needed.
- Deliver high-quality service and foster trusted stakeholder relationships.
- Continuously enhance fund accounting, reporting, and technical expertise.
- Prepare and present performance and risk reports, proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks while ensuring compliance with applicable policies and requirements.
- Escalate issues and incidents appropriately and in a timely manner to support the effective management of operational and business risks.
- Communicate issues, risks, and remediation actions clearly and effectively to relevant stakeholders.
- Review and challenge risk-related findings to support the accuracy and completeness of reporting and controls.
- Support audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance activities through effective coordination and timely reporting.
- Lead the escalation and resolution of exceptions, incidents, and control issues, ensuring appropriate stakeholder involvement.
- Promote adherence to governance frameworks, policies, and established risk management practices.
- Communicate governance, risk, and compliance matters effectively while maintaining trusted stakeholder relationships.
- Continuously enhance technical, regulatory, and risk management knowledge to support effective decision-making and oversight.
Experience & Personal Attributes Experience
- Chartered Accountant / Master’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in operations / accounting within the financial services industry.
- Strong and analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to lead a medium-sized team
- Support senior leadership in adoption and execution of accounting review standards and best practices.
- Ability to analyse, resolve and document problems and resolutions.
- Ability to work as part of a cross-cultural team.
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Continuous improvement focus, with the ability to identify risks, cost efficiencies, and operational improvements.
- Strong presentation and communication skills with ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
- Self-driven and motivated with a focus on operational efficiency and continuous improvement.