Fund Services - Supervisor

The Citco Group Limited; Philippines; On-site; PHP 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave (min 3 weeks)

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Citco Group Limited is seeking a Supervisor to lead NAV calculations for hedge funds and supervise staff to meet service level agreements. You will coordinate with senior accountants, manage timelines, and ensure accurate financial reporting for complex clients in a hybrid work setup in the Philippines.

You will build relationships with investors, managers and auditors, provide training, and drive process improvements across the NAV production workflow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting/finance/business or pursuing a professional accounting qualification.
• 4+ years in financial services with high-volume operations or hedge funds is an advantage.
• Experience supervising staff for 2+ years.
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Calculate NAV for a portfolio of hedge funds and supervise staff within an Account.
• Prepare NAV calculations, financial statements and reports within deadlines.
• Coordinate with AVP and senior fund accountants to manage timelines and SLA deliverables.
• Monitor timely delivery of daily, weekly and monthly outputs and escalate issues.
• Develop relationships with investors, managers, banks and auditors; support year-end audits.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Financial/Accounting skills

Communication skills

Client relationship mgmt

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

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.

For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com.

We Offer:

A challenging job in an international company. There is the opportunity to expand your business knowledge with excellent prospects for a further international career in one of our worldwide offices. We also offer a competitive benefits package, a minimum of 3 weeks’ vacation and a generous compensation package.

The person will completely have a freedom to speak out and contribute and get acknowledged new ideas for. It could be with the work process, improvement, team collaboration, etc.

Position Overview

Reporting to a Manager, the Supervisor will manage staff and ensure our daily deliverables are met with Hedge Fund clients and other Citco Offices per Service Level Agreements. Our clients demand the highest standards of execution and your role will be key in achieving this by maintaining a focus on training and development of staff, work flow processes and control improvements.

Your Role:

• Your role will encompass all facets of the calculation of net asset values on a variety of complex hedge funds. Assisting with the supervision of (Senior)/fund accountants and working closely with the Assistant Vice President, your responsibilities will include;
• Performing the administration of and any services pursuant to administration agreements in respect of a portfolio of hedge funds;
• Preparation of Net Asset Value calculations, financial statements and associated reports for larger, complex clients, or as required, within deadlines;
• Assisting Assistant Vice President in supervising staff within an “Account”, reviewing work performed by staff in the Account;
• Working closely with the Senior Fund Accountants /Fund Accountants to manage timelines, workflows and deliverables within agreed SLA’s;
• Assisting Assistant Vice President in meeting client expectations by monitoring timely delivery of daily, weekly and monthly deliverables;
• Escalating all material issues effecting the NAV production process to the Assistant Vice President in a timely manner;
• Monitoring progress of Senior Fund Accountants /Fund Accountants to identify areas for additional training & development;
• Developing and maintaining relationships with investors, investment advisors/managers, banks, brokers and auditors and other fund participants;
• Building relationships & working closely with investor relations group and liaising with other departments within Citco as required;
• Training & Coaching staff;
• Meeting expectations of clients & fund participants, adhering to deadlines;
• Positioning one-self to be the first escalation point for internal queries;
• Assisting Assistant Vice President to coordinate the Year End process with respect to audit timelines, Financial Statement Preparation, Regulatory filings, Tax services etc.;
• Assist the Assistant Vice President where required & become involved in special projects as needed (e.g. conversions etc.);

About You:

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business related area and/or studying for a professional accounting qualification
• Minimum 4+ years of relevant experience in Financial Services with high volume operational environment and/ or hedge fund industry is an advantage
• Supervisory skills with experience in managing and/or leading staff for 2+ years.
• Strong business acumen.
• Strong financial and/or accounting and analytical skills
• Good client/ business relationship management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel etc.)
• Amenable to working in our Makati (OneAyala Corporate Center) or Alabang (Northgate Cyber Zone, Filinvest City).
• Amenable to working in a Hybrid work arrangement (required to work onsite for 2-3 days per week).
• Amenable to working in shifting schedules (AM Shift: 11AM onwards and/or Mid shift: 1PM onwards).

Our Benefits

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.

Reminders

• Please be informed that we are in the midst of processing the applications and shall get in touch with you again if you are selected/shortlisted for an interview.
• Please check your e-mail regularly for any correspondence regarding the status of your application.

Job summary

There is the opportunity to expand your business knowledge with excellent prospects for a further international career in one of our worldwide offices

• Outstanding career development opportunities
• Personal mentoring from the top management
• A position which can influence the future direction of the firm

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