CitiService Funds Specialist

Citigroup Inc.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Hybrid working model

Additional benefits for well-being

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is looking for an experienced Fund Accounting professional in Dublin to shape and execute our Client Service Strategy. You will work closely with our partners and clients, delivering end-to-end support across Funds products.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Fund Accounting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage complex situations. We offer a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• Relevant, senior-level experience in Fund Accounting or a related financial services role.
• Strong technical knowledge of end-to-end Fund Accounting and NAV production.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit deep expertise in Fund Accounting products and processes to deliver client support.
• Oversee proactive Fund Accounting client query management.
• Drive continuous improvement by conducting in-depth analysis and implementing solutions.

Skills

Fund Accounting expertise

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant senior-level experience in Fund Accounting

Working knowledge of InvestOne Fund Accounting platform

Job description

Citi's Investor Services provides a comprehensive suite of services across over 100 markets globally, supporting significant product and client growth in local and global products including Custody, Funds & Execution Services. We are a critical partner to our clients, ensuring efficient and scalable operational services.

We are seeking an experienced Fund Accounting, client-focused professional to play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our Client Service Strategy. This individual will collaborate closely with our Fund Accounting operations partners, external clients, and internal stakeholders. The successful candidate will provide end-to-end support coverage across all Funds products, and serve as a key contact point for the client, supporting operational resilience and enhancing the client experience. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with sound judgment and diplomacy, are essential to effectively guide, influence, and serve as a trusted internal advocate for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit deep expertise in Fund Accounting products and processes (NAV calculation, valuation, and fund lifecycle events) to deliver comprehensive client support.
• Oversee proactive Fund Accounting client query management, including communication, escalation, and remediation of aged queries to ensure high client satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients, managing client escalations and participating in key client interactions.
• Drive continuous improvement by conducting in-depth analysis, defining root causes, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance client experience.
• Develop and exercise business plans, policies and procedures as well as projects to improve efficiencies, as needed.
• Analyze operational flow for potential risks and ensure operational execution.
• Oversee complex analyses to identify authentication strategy and procedure gaps.
• Ensure appropriate balance between fraud risk, operational cost and customer experience.
• Update the Manager Control Assessment process, ensuring that all risks related to Client Operations and Fund Accounting are captured.
• Ensure robust risk management and control by managing corrective action plans, and conducting risk assessments in compliance with firm policies.
• Prioritize team workload, track productivity, and adapt communication styles to achieve common goals and maximize service excellence.
• Influence strategic functional decisions and collaborate with business partners to align service experience with broader business strategies.

Qualifications

• Relevant, senior‑level experience in Fund Accounting or a related financial services role.
• Strong technical knowledge of end-to-end Fund Accounting and NAV production.
• Proven problem‑solving, organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Ability to manage complex situations, identify and remediate risks effectively.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and drive actionable insights.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Working knowledge of InvestOne Fund Accounting platform is preferred, not essential.

We Offer

By joining Citi Dublin, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed) and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well. Discover more.

Automated Processing and AI

We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi. Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision‑making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.

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