Fund Team Lead

About Citco:

The market leader. The premier provider. The best in the business. At Citco, we've been the front-runner in our field since our incorporation in 1948 led to the evolution of the asset servicing sector itself. This pioneering spirit continues to guide us today as we innovate and expand, push beyond the boundaries of our industry, and shape its future. From working exclusively with hedge funds to serving all alternatives, corporations and private clients, our organization has grown immensely across asset classes and geographies. For us, this progress is a pattern that we'll only maintain as we move forward, always prioritizing our performance. So for those who want to play at the top of their game and be at the vanguard of their space, we say: Welcome to Citco.

About the Team & Business Line:

Fund Administration is Citco's core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry's most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.

Your Role: 

• Supervise, monitor and review the Reporting staff's daily and periodic completed assignments.
• Compile and advise on monthly, quarterly and annual regulatory reports such as Form PF, Form SLT and others.
• Contribute to a strong relationships through interactions with internal parties, client and audit firm personnel.
• Train staff on established regulations and updated rules. Establish department and individual goals; prepare performance evaluations, direct individual and group staff meetings. Manage the career development for all Regulatory Reporting Accountants by group and individual training.
• Writing and/or reviewing various reports related to engagements. Prepare adhoc reports for the client upon request. Troubleshoot Fund Accounting and client issues. Attend meetings and training to enhance knowledge to be passed down to the Regulatory Reporting Accountants.
• Support reporting and fund accounting related duties during peak periods as defined by Senior Manager.
• Contribute to identifying, researching, and communicating recent authoritative pronouncements to CFS offices and clients.
• Understand engagement economics as it relates to managing budget for individual engagements and projects
• Recognize and communicate potential opportunities for new clients as well as value added service enhancements for existing clients.

About You:

• Three years' experience in managing a team of asset management accountants and/or auditors
• Five years of asset management accounting experience in either an Audit Firm, Hedge Fund, Hedge Fund Administrator or other financial institution where the accountant has gained financial products knowledge
• Strong knowledge of Regulatory Compliance requirements
• Previous financial statement or regulatory review and/or preparation experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS is required
• Advanced knowledge in complex derivatives People Development
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics
• CPA, CFA, CA or other professional designation preferred
• Ability to travel as necessary
• Good communication and writing skills
• Fund experience. Exposure to complex fund structure, waterfall computation, preferred return.

Our Benefits

Your wellbeing is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.