Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor

At BBH we value diverse backgrounds, so if your experience looks a little different from what we've outlined and you think you can bring value to the role, we will still welcome your application! What You Can Expect At BBH: If you join BBH you will find a collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can. You will have direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world. BBH will provide you with opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself—without leaving the firm. We encourage a culture of inclusion that values each employee’s unique perspective. We provide a high-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind. Ultimately we want you to have rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage. Our BBH Cares program offers volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others. Join us as a Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor Brown Brothers Harriman is currently recruiting Accounting and Financial Reporting Supervisor to join our Alternative Investments Team. In this role you will be working closely with Team Leader and manage a team of a few financial professionals. You’ll take part in preparation of stand-alone accounting and financial reporting under various accounting standards. As a people manager, Supervisor will assist in motivating, giving instruction and monitoring of performance of colleagues in the team. Some of your key responsibilities include: Preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual deliverables such as GL / financial reporting / consolidation (scope of work includes mix or selected tasks) Independent review of work prepared by team members ensuring accuracy, timeliness and completeness of deliverables Developing and maintaining strong familiarity with accounting standards (i.e. IFRS / US GAAP) Primary responsibility for coaching and developing of team members providing feedback via periodic meetings and the firm’s performance appraisal process Promotion of positive team atmosphere through leadership, effective communication and professionalism Assisting in special projects to improve efficiency, quality and accuracy of work performed by the team Ensuring adherence to all established procedures, best practices and internal controls What we offer: 2 additional days added to your holiday calendar for Culture Celebration and Community Service Private medical care for you and your family Life Insurance Hybrid Working Opportunities Professional trainings and qualification support Thrive Wellbeing Program Online benefit platform Contracts for an indefinite period with no probation period Desired Qualifications: A strong understanding of accounting practices and standards At least 4 years of relevant experience in full general ledger accounting or group accounting, or audit background, including proven team management track record Primary degree in a finance or accounting related discipline, and/or equivalent work experience is an asset Professional accountancy qualification e.g. ACCA (qualified or part qualified) is an advantage Strong experience in direct responsibility for managing, mentoring and coaching staff Computer literate with strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills Fluency in English essential and knowledge of German and/or French as an additional asset Highly organized, detail orientated and self-motivated Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) is a privately-held financial institution and has been a thought leader and solutions provider for over 200 years. We serve the most sophisticated individuals and institutions with award-winning expertise in Investment Management, Private Banking, and Investor Services. Our 5,000 colleagues operate from 17 cities throughout North America, Europe and Asia. BBH is committed to diversity, innovation and globalization. Our culture is driven by our goal to provide the best solutions and services to our clients and each other. Our Partnership structure creates a flat organization that promotes collaboration across all business lines. We believe that diverse ideas and the ability to come together globally across groups and borders are a competitive advantage. In order for all our teams to excel, members must trust each other and feel comfortable providing honest input from all perspectives. This openness sparks innovation and agility, which adds to the entrepreneurial spirit and provides many more career opportunities for our staff. We are a group of high-performing, dedicated and caring professionals who believe that working together is the foundation for superior client service excellence. As a BBH professional, your career path is yours to define. We take pride in our ability to retain our best employees. We help them manage their careers by moving top performers to new areas of BBH where their talents will make the greatest contribution. As soon as you walk through the doors at BBH, we provide you with the tools to help you succeed and grow your career.