Manage fund accounting operations at a site or functional level including people managers as well as partner across department and business to develop and enhance cost effective solutions that meet client expectations and needs
Assess new business viability against existing business capabilities and make appropriate recommendations
Assist and encourage employee career progression through defined career paths, management processes, appropriate training, and Professional Development Plans (PDPs)
Evaluate risk and controls, including operational impact of changes in legislation, and ensure compliance to established controls
Lead strategic planning process with business units and prioritize business development requirements to completion
Monitor Profit and Loss (P&L), expense managements, budget, and planning
Monitor, set, and achieve established department goals during day-to-day operations as well as serve as point of escalation for complex issues and manage resolution of issues and new business requests
Direct and participate in department and industry initiatives as well as support corporate governance and ethics
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
Qualifications:
10+ years of relevant experience
Chartered Accountant / CFA / MBA
Experience within financial markets, fund accounting and fund administration - Transfer Agency experience would be added advantage
Experience within financial markets and fund accounting
Experience in financial services, client management, project management, strategic management, operational management, and resource and expense management
Experience with people management and working with multiple stakeholders
Advanced knowledge of accounting concepts, financial services, and global financial markets
Ability to manage client relationships
Demonstrated talent assessment as well as the ability to manage client relationships
Education:
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience