Fund Accounting Group Manager - C14 - KUALA LUMPUR

Citi; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a senior Fund Accounting Group Manager to drive NAV valuations and oversee a team within the Operations - Transaction Services group.

You will manage production activities, oversee risk controls, and align with business units to deliver accurate financial reporting and client service. A Chartered Accountant / CFA / MBA and 10+ years in financial markets and fund accounting are desirable, with ETF experience a plus.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in fund accounting or related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CA/ CFA/ MBA preferred.
• Experience with ETF operations and AI-driven transformation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead fund accounting operations and oversee production activities.
• Coordinate with Transaction Services to deliver NAV valuations.
• Assess new business opportunities and viability.
• Develop and implement PDPs for staff career progression.
• Monitor P&L, budgeting, and cost controls.
• Ensure risk controls and compliance with laws and regulations.

Skills

People management

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Fund accounting

ETF knowledge

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Fund Accounting Group Manager is a senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team or department, driving a variety of fund valuation activities in coordination with the operations - Transaction Services team. The overall objective of this role is to ensure the seamless delivery of activities associated with Net Asset Valuations (NAV's).

Responsibilities:

• Manage fund accounting operations & oversight of production activities at 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 and fund accounting
• Experience in ETF Business will be an advantage.
• Technical (AI Driven), Transformational & Business Management Skills.
• 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
• Master’s degree preferred

Job Family Group:

Operations - Transaction Services

Job Family:

Fund Accounting

Time Type:

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

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Other Relevant Skills

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