Fund Services.Assistant Vice President

Citco Group of Companies

Manila

Hybrid

PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Education support

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

A global asset-servicing firm is seeking a leader for their Fund Accounting team in Manila. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in the Financial Services sector, with strong supervisory skills and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. This role involves overseeing staff, managing client relationships, and ensuring operational excellence. Flexibility with a hybrid work setup is essential, along with strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Join a diverse and inclusive environment that prioritizes well-being and career success.

Qualifications

Minimum 6+ years of experience in Financial Services or hedge fund industry.
Supervisory experience managing or leading staff for 3+ years.
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business related area.
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving skills with high degree of attention to detail
Strong business acumen.
Good client/ business relationship management
Strong interpersonal & teamwork skills
Amenable to working in our Makati (OneAyala Corporate Center) or Muntinlupa (Northgate Cyber Zone)
Amenable to working on a Hybrid set up (2-3 days' onsite per week)
Amenable to working on shifting schedules (AM or Mid-shift)

Responsibilities

Lead and coach staff within the Fund Accounting team.
Oversee recruitment, staff assessment, and capacity planning.
Manage client relationships and ensure service levels are met.
Anticipate work concerns and implement necessary adjustments.
Contribute to global policy decisions and operational workflows.
Assess risk areas and implement controls and improvements
Develop and maintain department SOPs and guidelines
Contribute to global processing initiatives and monitor control environment
Lead workshops to optimize workflows and participate in policy decisions
Identify enhancements to procedures, controls, and client servicing
Support funds expectations and coordinate training across overseas offices
Understand systems used to deploy services and stay updated on regulations

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Client relationship management

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business

Professional accounting qualification (in progress)

Job description

Job Description

About Citco

The Citco group of companies (Citco) is a network of independent companies worldwide for over 70 years, all of which are leading providers of asset‑servicing solutions to the global alternative investment industry. With $1.8+ trillion in AuA and operations across 36 countries with over 50 office locations.

For decades, industry publications have recognized our leadership in service and innovation. These accolades are a reflection of our drive to push ourselves and our industry forward.

With strategically positioned global offices, we offer opportunities for graduates and seasoned professionals to work across the world. Careers at Citco can span continents.

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.

As a core member of our Fund Accounting team, you will be working with some of the industry’s most accomplished professionals to deliver award‑winning services for complex fund structures that our clients can depend upon.

Your Role:

Overall leadership and coaching of staff including Supervisors and their direct reports.
Oversee recruitment, staff assessment and capacity planning
Create an environment of co-operation and initiative through appropriate delegation, empowerment, training and motivation.
Oversee the daily operations of the teams and provide support and guidance in accomplishing department goals, service levels and client deliverables
Active client relationship management in cooperation with Local office counterparts
Review performance reports and dashboards across teams to ensure targets are met
Anticipate and resolve work concerns and exercise sound judgment to make appropriate adjustments as necessary
Assess areas of risk on each team and within the department and implement processes to address areas of concern.
A champion in developing a forum dedicated to sharing best practices and improving processing standards within the COE
Develop, maintain and validate department operational procedures and guidelines
Contribute to the roll out and success of the Global processing initiative, working closely with colleagues in multiple locations globally, and ensure ongoing monitoring of control environment
Undertake ongoing and ad‑hoc operational reviews, participate in global policy decisions, lead workshops to establish and modify operational workflows
Identify, recommend and assist in implementing enhancements where procedures, processes, controls and client servicing may be improved
Expect to meet expectations of the funds handled, adhering to deadlines and maintain relationships with the local office. In addition, you may be required to undergo training in any of our overseas offices.
Participate in CAIS initiatives to maintain Citco’s pre‑eminent position in the marketplace.
Expect to maintain a thorough understanding of the systems used to deploy the services and to remain apprised of regulations and laws that affect CAIS.

About You:

Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, and Business related area and/or studying for a professional accounting qualification.

Minimum 6+ years of experience in Financial Services with high volume operational environment and/ or hedge fund industry

Supervisory skills with experience in managing and/or leading staff for 3+ years

Excellent analytical, problem‑solving skills with high degree of attention to detail

Strong business acumen.

Good client/ business relationship management

Strong interpersonal & teamwork skills

Amenable to working in our Makati (OneAyala Corporate Center) or Muntinlupa (Northgate Cyber Zone)

Amenable to working on a Hybrid set up (2-3 days' onsite per week)

Amenable to working on shifting schedules (AM or Mid-shift)

Your well being 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.

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