About Citco
JOB DESCRIPTION
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.
Responsibilities
Your Role:
- As Vice President, Operations you will lead multiple teams within the Reconciliations, Client Service and Delivery group. The Reconciliations function is responsible for reconciling client transactions to 3rd party data, to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the records. The focus of the CSandD function is to identify and resolve issues described in the 3rd party reconciliations, to ensure that the portfolio is maintained (cash flows and security updates), and that any residual risk is captured and signed off prior to production of financial statements.
- You will need to have an in-depth understanding of, and accountability for, the risk associated with financial instruments; coupled with a strategic approach toward process improvements and staff development. Communication will need to be clear and professional to ensure that your teams understand their responsibilities and clients have the information they need.
- Lead a number of Managers and their teams. Acting as a point of contact and escalation for the clients they service, the colleagues we work with, and your staff.
- Ensure teams are well organized, resourced and equipped to service their clients, while minimizing overtime.
- Monitor and take ownership of our exposure to risk, by challenging staff and clients to ensure that support is appropriate; escalating judiciously where there are issues.
- Actively review portfolios and Service Level Agreements to ensure compliance and adherence to best practice protocols.
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and familiarization with a range of securities and investments, their standard treatments and applicable cash flows. Contributing to the design and implementation of mitigating tools and controls.
- Initialize new client relationships, lead new fund setups, conversions and migrations.
- Coach and develop staff to perform successfully in their current roles and develop them into senior management positions.
- Contribute to and/or take a leading role in projects, initiatives and audit requests from both internal and external parties.
Qualifications
About You:
- Bachelor or Master level degree.
- 8+ years in Financial Services with an exposure to PandL Reporting or Operations processing.
- Product knowledge, Domestic, Global and OTC security markets, Fixed Income and derivative product knowledge.
- Exposure to systems implementations and work flow process initiatives.
- Strong customer relationship management.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Experience managing large teams with Supervisory skills in managing and/or leading staff for 2 years
- Excellent communication skills.
- Knowledge of Hedge or Mutual Funds.
- Professional accounting designation is an asset.
- Core Competencies: Business Acumen , Risk Management , Client / Business Relationship Management , Coaching and Developing Others and a Drive for Results.
Our Benefits
Your well being 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.
