Brown Brothers Harriman · 17 hours ago
Alternatives Fund Accounting Team Leader
Boston
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$80K/yr - $120K/yr
9+ years expBrown Brothers Harriman (BBH) is a premier global financial services firm, known for premium service and specialist expertise. As an Alts Fund Accounting Team Leader, you will manage the NAV Oversight team, ensuring accuracy and quality in fund accounting while fostering client relationships and team development.
BankingFinancial ServicesSecurity
Responsibilities
Oversee the day to day activities of team ensuring deliverables are met on time and accurately
Act as the primary point of escalation for Client teams for any client related issues and proactively manage the resolution process with frequent updates and satisfaction measures
Review and discuss issues requiring escalation with Senior Management
Ensure procedures/checklists are documented and best practices are followed
Manage controls efficiently to alleviate any areas of potential risk
Establish service standards with CSG colleagues and ensure they are shared with and understood by team members and all internal support groups (Operations, etc.)
Serve as an escalation point for client service issues and deliverables
Establish appropriate contacts within client teams and internal departments and actively collaborate to improve service quality
Work closely with Client teams to stay abreast of client goals and service requirements
Build overall credibility and foster trust within and outside of the Fund Accounting Services Management Team
Promote a cohesive team atmosphere through exhibiting strong leadership, effective communication, professionalism, and development of individual career paths
Participate in the interview and selection process for job applicants
Oversee and ensure training and cross training of employees on relevant job functions to develop breadth and depth of knowledge
Participate in inter departmental and cross Line of Business Project teams
Complete and oversee the completion of the BBH annual performance review process
Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to direct reports to improve individual and team performance
Manage performance issues and disciplinary process for employees falling below set expectations
Assist Client Service Manager with ongoing projects and Client relationship management
Review and streamline functional tasks for maximum efficiency
Realize team efficiencies through increased automation and organize workflows
Leverage department metrics to identify areas of high support cost and take steps to mitigate
Lead and assist in implementing the coordination of new business and product implementations and conversions
Qualification
Required
BA/BS degree in a business-related field, and/or equivalent work experience
9+ years of experience in fund accounting, NAV oversight or similar, fund audit experience
Demonstrate understanding of daily UCITS and Part II mutual fund accounting activities and be comfortable running exception and risk-based reviews
Knowledge of Global Custody and or Transfer Agency is an advantage
2+ years of supervisory experience
Client service skills
Aptitude for numbers, accuracy and organization
Technical and analytical ability
Ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure
Interpersonal skills
Written and verbal communication skills
Creative problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify, recommend and implement solutions
Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and systems
Preferred
Knowledge or experience of STAR is an advantage
Language skills commensurate with office location and client relationships supported
Benefits
Discretionary bonuses
Profit-sharing
Long-term savings
Healthcare
Income protection
Professional development opportunities
Time off
Company
Brown Brothers Harriman
Brown Brothers Harriman is an American partnership bank that offers a range of international investment and banking services.
5001-10000 employees
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Dana Pasricha
Managing Director/ Head of Reference Data, Shared and Tax services at Brown Brothers Harriman
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