Senior Manager, Business Solutions

OpusAsset; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

OpusAsset is seeking a highly motivated Senior Manager, Business Solutions, to enhance investment operations and fund accounting. This role involves strategic planning, mentorship, overseeing financial reporting, and driving process improvements, requiring substantial analytical skills and leadership in financial services.

Qualifications

• Strong background in financial services.
• Proven track record in driving process improvements.
• Expertise in performance measurement.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic plans for investment and corporate accounting.
• Oversee fund accounting and investor reporting.
• Enhance operational efficiency in investment operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Process improvement

Job description

KEY RESULT AREAS

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Manager, Business Solutions, to lead and enhance our investment operations, fund accounting, and corporate accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services, exceptional analytical skills, and expertise in performance measurement. A proven track record of driving process improvements and strategic initiatives that align with the company’s overall goals is essential.

PRINCIPLAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Leadership and Strategy: Develop and implement strategic plans for investment operations, fund accounting, and corporate accounting to align with organizational goals. Lead a team of professionals, providing mentorship, guidance, and performance management to ensure high-quality service delivery.

Investment Operations: Oversee all aspects of investment operations, including trade settlement, portfolio reconciliation, and performance reporting. Collaborate with investment teams to optimize workflows and enhance operational efficiency.

Fund Accounting: Overseeing the accurate and timely preparations of fund accounting and investor reporting and the ability to customise the reports to meet individual client need, ensuring clarity and relevance. Apply knowledge of Return on Investment (ROI), Time-Weighted Rate of Return (TWRR), and income distribution methodologies, adhering to relevant guidelines. Prepare and review financial statements, NAV calculations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Oversee regulatory filings, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws and regulations. Experience in liasing and attend to queries from auditors & banks. Oversee regulatory filings, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws and regulations. Liaise effectively with auditors, banks, and other stakeholders to address inquiries and provide necessary documentation. Foster strong relationships with clients and internal teams to facilitate smooth operations and timely information exchange. Corporate Accounting: Manage corporate accounting functions, including general ledger management, financial reporting, and compliance accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.

Process Improvement: Identify areas for process enhancement within investment operations and accounting functions, implementing best practices and technology solutions. Drive initiatives to automate processes and improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Serve as a key liaison between finance, operations, and other departments to ensure alignment and effective communication. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and regulatory bodies.