Fund Accounting Group Manager

Citi; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Citi is seeking an experienced leader for fund accounting in Tampa, FL. The role focuses on managing operations, risk controls, and cross-functional collaboration to meet client needs.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience, strong accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage client relationships while driving strategic initiatives within a global financial services context.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in fund accounting, financial services, or related field.
• Experience with people management and working with multiple stakeholders.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting concepts and global financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Manage fund accounting operations at a site or functional level and lead teams to develop cost-effective solutions that meet client needs.
• Assess new business viability and provide recommendations.
• Support career development through PDPs and training.
• Evaluate risk and controls, ensure compliance with established controls.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Risk assessment

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Client relationship management

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Financial modeling tools

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Manage fund accounting operations at a site or 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 a plus
• Experience within financial markets and fund accounting
• 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

Primary Location:

Tampa Florida United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$130,880.00 - $196,320.00

Benefits:

Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Automated Processing and AI:

We use automated processing, including artificial intelligence, for our legitimate business interests (or our reasonable and appropriate business purposes) to identify and align the candidate's skills and abilities with a specific job opening. Additionally, if you so choose, or consent, we can match your skills and abilities to other suitable roles at Citi.
Importantly, all our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. Our automated processing and AI do not involve relying on automatic or autonomous decision-making. Please refer to any Jurisdictional Considerations, with specific provisions for your country (where relevant) for further details.
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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Oct 16, 2026

Equal Opportunity:

Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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