Director, Fund Accounting (Fund Of Funds)

• Manage client relationships and act as escalation point for all client queries and resolve issues/queries raised by the client in a timely manner. Maintain a high level of client satisfaction and retention.
• Manage a team of client operations staff in performing accounting and administrative service. Allocate resources appropriately to maximize productivity.
• Ensure all policies and procedures are followed. Assess high risk areas and implement necessary control framework to minimize operational risks.
• Participate in global projects and committees to improve procedures and enhance our product offering.
• Provide accurate and up to date management reporting as required. Ensure all invoices are billed and collected on time.
• Explore cross-sale opportunities where applicable. Actively participate in RFPs or other business development opportunities as required.
• Ensure that the team is appropriately trained, engaged and as efficient and effective as possible in achieving organizational targets and goals
• Foster an environment of teamwork. Provide timely, relevant and honest feedback to your staff during the core cycle process and throughout the year. Responsible for performance management of the assigned team members.
• Provide a full range of fund accounting and administration services to clients. Ensure all client deliverables are on time and meet set quality standards.

University Degree with a concentration in finance or accounting.

• Experience with fund accounting software Geneva, Investran or Yardi would be beneficial but not necessary.
• Have a working knowledge of Bloomberg would be beneficial but not necessary
• Demonstrate leadership and the ability to effectively manage a team of accounting professionals.
• In depth understanding of fund administration industry. This includes various fund structures, fee calculations, financial instruments and fund offering documentation review.
• Demonstrable experience working in the fund administration industry with experience managing Staff. This can include other administrators, investment managers or fund auditors.
• Completion or interest in a professional accounting designation (CA, CGA, CMA, ACCA, CFA) an asset but not required.
• Exceptional client service and the ability to satisfy the requirements of a very complex and demanding client base. The ability to service these clients while maintaining the interests and health of the organization is critical.
• Demonstrate a high level of problem solving and innovative thinking in order to develop solutions to complex problems.
• Excellent business acumen through a strong understanding of the fund administration business and the drivers of profitability and success.
• Strong computer skills with strengths in Microsoft Office products. High proficiency with Microsoft Excel is a critical requirement for this role.

Experience something Brilliantly Different with a career with MUFG Investor Services.  

Who are we? In a nutshell, MUFG Investor Services is part of the Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group family, and we partner with over 480 loyal global investment firms to provide them with administration, asset services, banking, and fund financing.

We’re in 14 global locations and provide an exceptional hub of Brilliantly Different talent to thrive.

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