Fund Services.FR Team Lead

The Citco Group Limited; Telangana; Sur place; INR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Citco is seeking an experienced Fund Accounting professional to prepare and review financial statements, lead engagements, and ensure regulatory disclosures meet standards. The role involves coordinating with clients and auditors, mentoring staff, and contributing to proposals for new business.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in asset management accounting, strong GAAP/IFRS expertise, and advanced knowledge of derivatives, with travel as necessary.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of asset management accounting experience.
• Previous financial statement review and/or preparation experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS for the alternative funds industry.
• Advanced knowledge in complex derivatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics.
• CPA, CA or other professional designation preferred.
• Ability to travel as necessary.
• Good communication and writing skills.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and review annual, semi-annual and quarterly financial statements in accordance with GAAP or IFRS.
• Lead assigned engagements including planning, budgeting, client relationship management and delegating to staff.
• Ensure accuracy of footnote disclosures in line with accounting and regulatory standards.
• Present information to clients and auditors; coordinate year-end financial statement process.
• Identify errors or problems and investigate; propose solutions.
• Write and review various engagement reports and prepare adhoc client reports.
• Assist in proposals for prospective clients; identify opportunities for new business.
• Provide guidance to team members to strengthen knowledge areas.

Connaissances

Asset management accounting experience

Communication skills

Team orientation

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics

CPA/CA or equivalent

Outils

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Bloomberg

Description du poste

JOB DESCRIPTION

The market leader. The premier provider. The best in the business. At Citco, we’ve been the front-runner in our field since our incorporation in 1948 led to the evolution of the asset servicing sector itself. This pioneering spirit continues to guide us today as we innovate and expand, push beyond the boundaries of our industry, and shape its future. From working exclusively with hedge funds to serving all alternatives, corporations and private clients, our organization has grown immensely across asset classes and geographies. For us, this progress is a pattern that we’ll only maintain as we move forward, always prioritizing our performance. So for those who want to play at the top of their game and be at the vanguard of their space, we say: Welcome to Citco.

About Citco

JOB DESCRIPTION

The market leader. The premier provider. The best in the business. At Citco, we’ve been the front-runner in our field since our incorporation in 1948 led to the evolution of the asset servicing sector itself. This pioneering spirit continues to guide us today as we innovate and expand, push beyond the boundaries of our industry, and shape its future. From working exclusively with hedge funds to serving all alternatives, corporations and private clients, our organization has grown immensely across asset classes and geographies. For us, this progress is a pattern that we’ll only maintain as we move forward, always prioritizing our performance. So for those who want to play at the top of their game and be at the vanguard of their space, we say: Welcome to Citco.

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.

Responsibilities

Your Role:

• Under limited supervision, prepare and review annual, semi-annual and quarterly financial statements in accordance with GAAP or IFRS, as required.
• Lead assigned engagements including planning, budgeting, client relationship management and delegating to staff. Monitor and report out-of-scope time.
• Ensure accuracy of footnote disclosures in accordance with accounting, reporting, and regulatory standards. Review legal documents governing the fund to ensure appropriate financial statement disclosure structure.
• Present to or exchange information internally, with clients and outside auditors. Coordinate year-end financial statement process. Contribute to identifying, researching, and communicating recent authoritative pronouncements to CFS offices globally.
• Identify errors or problems and independently investigate; recommend solutions to team members or managers.
• Writing and/or reviewing various reports related to engagements. Prepare adhoc reports for the client upon request. Troubleshoot Fund Accounting issues. Attend meetings and training to enhance knowledge to be passed down to the Financial Reporting Staff and Senior Accountants.
• Recognize and communicate potential opportunities for new clients as well as value added service enhancements for existing clients and management. Assist manager in preparing Request for Proposals for prospective clients.
• Provide guidance to team members to motivate and help strengthen specific knowledge areas needed to accomplish team goals.

Qualifications

About You:

• Five to seven years of asset management accounting experience in either an Audit Firm, Hedge Fund, Hedge Fund Administrator or other financial institution where the accountant has gained financial products knowledge
• Previous Financial Statement review and/or preparation experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS, pronouncements specifically related to the alternative funds industry, is required
• Advanced knowledge in complex derivatives
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics
• CPA, CA or other professional designation preferred
• Ability to travel as necessary
• Good communication and writing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Excel and Word
• Proficient in navigating Bloomberg
• Team oriented

Our Benefits

Your wellbeing 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.