EMEA Head of Fund Accounting, SVP
Job Description
This business critical role is based in Europe. We are open to considering qualified candidates based in significant locations where we operate in Europe which includes the UK, Ireland, Poland or Luxembourg.
Who we are looking for
EMEA Head of Fund Accounting is a key leadership position within the Global Fund Accounting Team in Global Delivery. EMEA Head of Fund Accounting is responsible for organization, management and delivery of the entire suite of accounting services to clients in EMEA. The accounting team is responsible for delivering core services to State Street end customers. The EMEA Head of Fund Accounting function is directly accountable for positive and consistent service delivery and client outcomes. This role also requires significant leadership across EMEA.
The EMEA Head of Fund Accounting is responsible for leading and developing a global team of over 2,000 people focused on the following core activities:
* Multi-jurisdictional accounting including daily share class net asset value calculation
* Maintaining client books and records in accordance with agreed accounting standards
What you will be responsible for
As a EMEA Head of Fund Accounting, Senior Vice President you will:
* Ensure accounting activities are performed, and services are delivered to clients in accordance with all contractual and client service level agreements. Focus on client outcomes, problem-solving, cooperating, and communicating with the rest of the organization to achieve shared success.
* Maintain high standards of accuracy and timeliness, delivering services in an efficient and controlled manner with a continuous focus on improving quality and productivity. Ensure timeliness and accuracy of NAV calculations across all accounting platforms to include MCH, GP3, and Simcorp. Does not include AIS accounting services.
* Document, adhere to, and ensure compliance with operating policies, procedures, and controls relevant to SOC/ISAE controls and regulatory requirements.
* Implement key metrics, performance and risk indicators to track volumes, manage growth, service delivery quality, cost, productivity, efficiency, and risk. Identify and develop opportunities for transformation and capacity creation. Drive productivity and operational effectiveness.
* Manage financial performance to operating plan, ensuring forecasts are accurate, headcount and expenses are actively managed, and agreed efficiency targets are achieved.
* Ensure Fund Accounting is appropriately represented, prepare for and actively participate in client meetings, presentations, and due diligence reviews.
* Actively manage executive global stakeholders across Global HUBS, Global Delivery, and Institutional Services. Partner with other hubs on best practice sharing and optimal operating models.
* Oversee business continuity planning and execution. Develop a scalable, robust operating model that delivers resiliency. Engage in strategic interactions with key stakeholders and partners to ensure continued operations.
* Develop and lead a large team, fostering high performance and creating a destination for top talent. Develop effective modes of communication, delegation, talent development, employee engagement, and succession planning.
* Support control, risk, compliance/ethics, and internal audit reviews or inspections, ensuring there are no open or overdue actions for accounting.
What we value
EMEA Head of Fund Accounting is a key position and requires senior leadership and advanced skills in areas such as:
* A proven track record at a senior global level in asset servicing or asset management. Over 15 years' leadership experience within operations and/or technology.
* Ability to navigate a large, global organization. Build meaningful relationships and develop an effective network.
* Able to process feedback and develop meaningful actions to resolve identified challenges along reasonable timescales.
* Solid technical knowledge of accounting and fund services. Deep experience interfacing at a senior level with clients across product segments, market trends, third-party managers, and regulators.
* Work successfully in a matrixed environment, effectively manage multiple stakeholders, determine highest priorities for the organization, and identify and resolve contention between directives.
* Proven leadership skills as well as managing and developing a high-performing operations team.
* Exceptional communication and relationship management skills, with an ability to think strategically, manage complexity, significant change, and multiple key priorities.
* Excellent time management, presentation skills, and communication to multiple levels (clients, other third parties, executives, peers, subordinates). Flexibility across multiple communication formats.
* Proven track record of achieving/exceeding financial goals through expense discipline and headcount management.
* Experience with change management programs in sponsorship and leadership roles. Demonstrated ability to execute under challenging circumstances and deliver targeted outcomes.
* Demonstrated ability to manage, coach, and influence colleagues and virtual team members.
* Cross-cultural awareness and the ability to connect with colleagues globally in a collaborative, open work environment. Serve as a role model of acceptance and flexibility in dealing with colleagues with varying backgrounds.
* Willingness for regular business travel.
End Date: March 14, 2025
For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.
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