Senior Manager, Fund Accounting

SUMMARY The Senior Manager, Fund Accounting oversees a variety of accounting activities in support of mutual fund accounting and other investment products.                      KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES RESPONSIBILITIES Performs Fund NAV calculations and trial balance reviews of work prepared by fund accountants; ensures accuracy of fund valuations and fund accounting activity. Completes peer reviews on more complex funds' NAV calculations. Reviews reconciliations of fund records to custodian, transfer agent, and portfolio groups daily; ensures all reconciliation logs are current and assists in resolving older issues. Reviews monthly reconciliations and prepares periodic auditor requests. SPECIAL PROJECTS Manages client requests including coordinating calls for new fund set ups. Reviews and communicates operational controls for adequacy, compliance, and integrity of data, updates, documents, and trains necessary associates on procedures of department. Provides support to independent audits by performing research, pulling documentation, answering fund questions, etc. Reviews compliance with various regulatory restrictions and recommends changes to accounting procedures. Reviews N-PORT files and performs financial and board reporting. Prepares expense authorizations and budgets. Ensures departments resources are adequate for complete and timely reporting to clients and NASDAQ and in accordance with existing quality and quantity standards, policies, and procedures. PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT Manages associates within department including, but not limited to, hiring, training, and developing associates, delegating work assignments, writing, and conducting performance appraisals, salary recommendations, coaching and counseling, and administering corrective actions. Conducts one-on-one and team meetings with associates on a regular basis to discuss new procedures, problems, and issues. Establishes team and individual goals for department. Fosters performance of associates and the processes used by them; holds the associates accountable for their work. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Communicates as needed with external clients regarding general information, resolution of compliance issues, inquiries, or reporting requirements. Collaborates as needed with fund administration, transfer agency, and funds’ custodian regarding fund accounting-related activities. May perform other duties as requested and assigned.   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA’s) KNOWLEDGE Accounting and finance principals Stocks, bonds, options, and futures FIS InvestOne Microsoft Office Adobe Acrobat SKILLS AND ABILITIES Aligns associates with company values and goals. Plans and delegates the work of others. Motivates and inspires others. Plans and develops systems and procedures to improve operating quality and efficiency of department in accordance with company policies and procedures. Assesses performance of self and associates to make improvements or take corrective action. Multitasking, analytical, and organizational skills. Initiative-taking, strategic, and meticulous approaches with a strong commitment to quality, efficiency, and effectiveness. Demonstrates personal integrity, responsibility, and accountability. Effectively uses resources such as time and information in conjunction with associates. Participates in solving problems and making decisions. Presents and expresses ideas and information, written and oral, clearly, and concisely. Actively listens to others to achieve understanding and supports an open exchange of ideas and information. Identifies needs, arranges for, and obtains resources to accomplish individual and department goals. Establishes and develops effective working relationships with associates and clientele during both favorable and unfavorable situations. Modifies team and individual priorities and deadlines in response to added information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles and ensures completion.   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE  Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. 6-8 years of experience in related field. CPA eligibility. Equivalent KSA’s, education, and experience will be considered.