Fund Accounting, VP

State Street; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

State Street in Boston is seeking an Experienced Fund Accounting leader to head a team of fund accountants responsible for producing and delivering NAVs for clients. You will manage daily operations, serve as the primary escalation point, and drive efficiency and accuracy across the accounting function.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical expertise, and collaboration with Shared Services to implement new funds and systems while ensuring compliance and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Business, Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience preferred.
• 10-15 years of experience in related accounting or finance field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Account for day-to-day management of a functional team and daily service delivery.
• Primary contact and escalation point for operational issues and technical guidance.
• Coordinate implementation of new funds, systems and processes and assist with client conversions.
• Organize internal meetings, record notes and action items, and develop agendas.
• Identify and implement consistent operational best practices.
• Train, develop and motivate staff; complete performance appraisals and coaching.

Skills

Technology skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Operational problem solving

Education

BS/BA in Business, Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience

Job description

Who We Are Looking For

Experienced Fund Accounting leader to join the North America Accounting Organization and lead a team of Fund Accountants to produce and Deliver NAVs for our clients..

What You Will Be Responsible For

As Fund Accounting Vice President, you will:

• Account for the day-to-day management of a functional team(s) and manage daily service delivery and production activities performed by staff
• Primary contact and key escalation point for operational issues, provide technical expertise to resolve daily problems
• Act as primary contact and escalation point for operational issues
• Manage and elevate issues related CoE’s and other Shared Services
• Manage daily operations and production activities of the Accounting team
• Coordinate the implementation of new funds, systems and processes. Assist with client conversions and other client projects
• Organize Shared Service internal meetings, as needed, and compiles related documentation, assisting with the coordination and development of the agenda and may attend meetings to record notes and action items
• Identify and implement consistent operational best practices
• Assist with compliance/fiduciary reviews and audits
• Train, develop and motivate new staff, complete performance appraisals
• Provide coaching and development opportunities to staff, participate in individual on-going training and development
• Provide technical expertise to resolve daily problems
• Serve on committees. Help define and implement new company initiatives
• During the course of normal day to day operation, be responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and must report and/or elevate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures
• Other duties as assigned

What We Value

• Demonstrates strong technology skills, as well as problem solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrates an ability to be a leader within their team, as well as be a leader amongst your peers
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, which includes excellent time management skills
• Solid understanding of operational functions within Custody and/or Fund Accounting. Ability to provide technical expertise to resolve daily problems.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• BS/BA in Business, Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience preferred
• 10- 15 years of experience in related accounting or finance field preferred

Salary Range

$110,000 - $181,250 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

• Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
• For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home.

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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Job ID: R-800583