Group Manager - Fund Accounting/Client Accounting - BFS

Group Manager, Fund/Client Accounting - Grade L

Fund Accounting - Diversity Role

POSITION SUMMARY:

- Directs multiple Fund Accounting teams that are responsible for conducting accounting services on behavior of a broad array of assigned clients including determining net asset values, calculating fund performance, allocating expenses, and preparing reports. Responsible for the financial and human resources for the unit and ensures assigned teams are operating effectively to meet unit goals and objectives.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Directs processes and allocation of resources in determining the net asset value (NAV) for assigned funds in multiple sectors for each measurement cycle. Manages relationships with a broad set of clients and resolves any unique escalated issues related to fund calculations and accounting.

- Directs and sets priorities for processes that check for the completeness and accuracy of disclosure in financial statements. Provides guidance to teams managed to ensure that accounting records are maintained in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Resolves complex escalated issue from team members. Evaluates GAAP and/or IFRS rules to determine impact of new regulations on clients fund accounting practices.

- Develops strategy for and provides guidance to teams on the implementation of new policies to follow regulations.

- Implements and assists in setting guidelines, policies, and priorities for the drafting of financial reports for a broad set of clients to review fund performance.

- Communicates reports and complex accounting intricacies to clients. Recruits, directs, motivates and develops staff, maximizing their individual contribution, their professional growth and their ability to function effectively with their colleagues as a team.

- Oversees relationships with auditors and clients to make changes to financial reports and ensure they accurately depict fund performance.

LEADERSHIP : 

- Manages multiple Fund/Client Accounting teams. Work is primarily accomplished through subordinate managers.

JOB SCOPE : Contributes to the achievement of multiple teams'Objectives

EDUCATION : Bachelor's/PG degree in accounting or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required