Asset Owner - Fund Accounting - Manager

State Street; Mhalunge; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

State Street is seeking a Manager - Fund Accounting to lead a functional/oversight team and ensure accurate NAV and SLA delivery across locations in India. You will manage daily production activities, collaborate with Shared Service teams, COEs and Client Operations, and drive process improvements.

You will oversee staff performance, ensure policy adherence, and champion automation to enhance productivity and profitability while staying abreast of regulatory developments.

Qualifications

• Experience leading fund accounting teams and delivering accurate NAV/yield reporting.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and risk controls for fund operations.
• Proven track record in driving automation to improve productivity and cost efficiency.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management across regions and functions.
• Experience in hiring, performance reviews and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day activities of fund accounting staff and ensure adherence to procedures.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet SLAs and client requirements.
• Identify and implement workflow improvements and automation opportunities.
• Monitor risk controls and regulatory changes, reporting issues as needed.
• Lead performance reviews, coaching and staff development, including hiring decisions.

Skills

Fund accounting leadership

Team management

Risk & controls

Regulatory awareness

Automation initiatives

Education

Graduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance

Job description

Job Description - Manager - Fund Accounting

The main function of the role is: Account for the day-to-day management of a functional/oversight team(s) and manage daily service delivery and production activities performed by staff. Work in conjunction with individuals on the team as well as other Shared Service teams/COE's, outsource locations, Client Operations and other business units to ensure seamless processing according to the fund's policies, to ensure NAV/yield accuracy and that all SLAs are met. As well as, Work collaboratively with teams and management across the organization on various projects, oversight, committees, KPIs, etc.

Role specifics:

• Oversees the activities of staff by working closely with direct reports.
• Manages the day-to-day activities and controls to ensure consistency of policies adherence to procedures.
• Manages and facilitates timely resolution of issues.
• Proposes and works to implement workflow changes and supporting technical solutions leading to improved productivity and profitability.
• Keeps abreast of regulatory compliance and developments for the assigned area and apprises staff as necessary.
• Identifies and analyzes operations risks related to current and potential business and recommends procedural changes and controls as needed
• Creates and uses quality service measurement tools to ensure compliance with operational standards with SLAs and SOPs and create management reporting as needed
• Coordinates and manages projects within the department and/or with BU Shared Services, COEs and Client Operations teams.
• During the course of normal day-to-day operation, responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and reporting and/or escalating in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures.
• Conducts periodic performance reviews; provides ongoing counsel, training, development and motivation of staff.
• Participates in the hiring, salary, promotional and termination recommendation process

Skills/Competency parameter differentiators:

• Result-oriented with an ownership and accountability mindset
• Drive pay for performance and culture of performance differentiation
• Executive presence, managing with influence and effective communication across stakeholder groups both regionally and globally
• Embed risk excellence culture across the teams
• Encourage and drive a culture of change and ideation

Competencies:

• Client focus: - Act as a focal point of contact to maintain strong client relationship; actively participate in client meetings, and ensure team responds to client inquiries.
• Leadership Focus - Leverage experience and technical expertise to support peers globally by providing guidance and training, and fully support and participate in all aspects of employee engagement .
• Operational Efficiency Focus: Actively participate in an efficient and effective global operating model, collaborating with peers globally, and using standard technology, best practices, and optimal functions.
• Performance Focus: Provide excellent service to clients through a results-oriented mindset
• Quality & Risk Focus: Understand and minimize risk through adhering to standard and client specific operating procedures and through broad participation in the global training program. Focus on qualitative work, attention to detail with a thorough understanding of business impact and ways to minimize risk

Mandatory Skill Sets:

• Accounting background is preferred
• 5+ years' experience in Fund Accounting
• Big four/ fund house / accounting firm work experience is preferred CPA/ ACCA a plus
• Experience of leading automation initiatives
• Demonstrates strong risk and control achievements

Additional Skill Sets:

• Good understanding of financial services and investment products.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on service.
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage high volumes.
• Committed to learn technical aspects of each deliverable.
• Ability to communicate with various internal teams to resolve queries and elevate accordingly.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Demonstrates an ability to be a leader within their team, as well as be a leader amongst your peers.
• Strong English and communication skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Detail-oriented, owner's mindset, logical thinking
• Sense of responsibility and team work are required
• Effective communication, organizational and negotiation skills

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience preferred

8+ years of experience in related accounting or finance field preferred

Location: Hyderabad/Bangalore/Pune/Coimbatore/Chennai/Mumbai

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