Supervisor, Middle Office

The Citco Group Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in fund services is seeking a candidate in Halifax to join their Middle Office team. This role requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 4+ years of experience in Financial Services. Responsibilities include assisting in team management for reconciling client transactions, supervising Analysts, and ensuring accuracy in operations. Benefits include flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to employee well-being and diversity.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in Financial Services.
• Product knowledge in Domestic, Global, and OTC security markets.
• Knowledge of Hedge or Mutual Funds is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in team management within the Reconciliations and Client Service group.
• Supervise a team of Analysts and Senior Analysts.
• Monitor and manage regular break resolution and month-end signoff responsibilities.

Skills

Financial Services

MS Excel

Customer relationship management

Analytical skills

Supervising/coaching staff

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's level degree

Job description

Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 50 office locations worldwide. With more than $1.8 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients’ needs.

About The Team & Business Line

Fund Administration is Citco’s core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry’s most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.

As a core member of our Middle Office team, you will be working with some of the industry’s most accomplished professionals to deliver award-winning services for complex fund structures that our clients can depend upon.

Responsibilities

• You will assist in the management of a team within the Reconciliations, Client Service and Delivery group. The Reconciliations function is responsible for reconciling client transactions to third party data, to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the records. The focus of the CS&D function is to identify and resolve issues described in the 3rd party reconciliations, to ensure that the portfolio is maintained (cash flows and security updates), and that any residual risk is captured and signed off prior to production of financial statements.
• In-depth understanding of the risks, cash flows and best practice protocols required to be able to service your clients and you will be diligent in reviewing the work of others, assisting and coaching them to success; support and execute sign off
• Supervise a team of Analysts and Senior Analysts supporting them and your Manager in servicing your clients
• Ensure the team is able to work effectively, troubleshooting technical issues and working with the Manager to ensure that people are well matched to their work
• Work with your team and with clients to ensure that risk on positions and activity is captured, with exposures supported or escalated
• Monitor and manage regular break resolution and month end signoff responsibilities, ensuring consistent timeliness and accuracy; ensure that best practice protocols are consistently applied
• Be a subject matter expert on reconciliation processes and systems; well versed in financial instruments and the economics of maintaining positions (both theoretical and practical application in our internal system)
• Support the conversion of any new clients and existing migrations, actively managing projects through to successful integration
• Coach and develop staff to perform successfully in their current roles and develop them into leadership positions

Qualifications

• You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s level degree.
• 4+ years in Financial Services
• Product knowledge, Domestic, Global and OTC security markets, Fixed Income and derivative product knowledge
• Advanced skills in MS Excel
• Strong customer relationship management skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Experience supervising/coaching staff
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of Hedge or Mutual Funds
• Professional accounting designation is an asset

Our Benefits

Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.