Fund Servicing Manager – Fund Accounting - Vice President

Job Description :

The Fund Accounting - VP will be responsible for timely and accurate delivery of NAV for Pension, Superannuation and Investment Manager Clients. The team validates the Net Asset Valuation or unit prices before being released to the clients. As well as providing direction and leadership in coordinating and monitoring fund accounting activities to ensure timely and accurate creation, review and delivery of valuations. Work with partners and key stakeholders locally and outside of Manila to ensure all deliverables are met on time and as per agreed service level agreements.

As a Vice President within the Fund Accounting team, you will play a senior role in supervising the NAV production process to guarantee precise and punctual calculation of the NAV in accordance with procedures. Your responsibilities will also include ensuring all deliverables are met within the Service Level Agreements. Additionally, you will serve as a senior point of contact for cross-functional collaboration and an escalation point for resolving all issues satisfactorily.

Job responsibilities

• Ownership for publication of accurate and timely NAVs for Asset Managers and Owners.
• ManagetheworkflowthroughthelifecycleofanyoftheFund Accountingsubfunctions
• OperationalmanagementandcontrolofthedailyworkflowwithintheFund Accountingteam
• Maximizeteamcapacitythrougheffectiveresourceplanningandensureteamstructureis robust through effective training and succession planning
• Ensurealldailycontrolsandprocessingarecompletedandsignedoffincludingclientservice inquiry resolution, as well as all key metrics are produced as required
• Providedirectionandleadershiptotheteam
• Provideeffectivecommunicationstothedepartment,ensuringstaffareawareofstrategicand regulatory changes in the organization
• ContinuedreviewofcontentandpresentationofStandardOperatingProcedures,inlinewith introduction of new policies and ongoing risk management activities
• ContributetothestrategicdevelopmentofFund Accountingproducts
• Managing effective relationship with stakeholders across the locations

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• The candidate should have 12+ years or more experience in a Fund Accounting environment with experience in delivering Unit Prices and Net Asset Valuations.
• Front-to-back understanding of Asset Manager/Owner business and end-to-end Fund Accounting lifecycle operations
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards applicable to Asset Managers and Owners
• Familiarity with taxation rules applicable to Asset Managers
• Solid understanding of investment instruments and derivative products
• Strong people-management skills able to lead, motivate, and develop managers
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn new markets, products, and processes
• Confident, effective communicator (written and verbal) with internal and external clients across multiple sites
• Strategic, continuous-improvement mindset able to implement process enhancements and automation while managing operational risk/regulatory requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
• Highly organized, proactive team player with strong attention to detail delivers high-precision work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Proficient in presentation skills to effectively communicate fund performance and insights to stakeholders.
• Capable of applying influence to drive strategic initiatives and foster collaboration across teams.
• Skilled in managing change initiatives to adapt to evolving market conditions and technological advancements.
• Competent in leveraging data and technology literacy to analyze fund data and implement technology-driven solutions.
• Knowledgeable in market products to ensure fund services align with industry standards and client needs.
• Experienced in overseeing project management activities to ensure timely and successful delivery of fund servicing projects.