Fund Accounting Senior Manager/Vice President

Introduction: The Fund Accounting Senior Manager (Vice President) will have management responsibility for a number of Fund Accounting clients and be the senior point of contact for Fund Accounting related matters with their clients. Leading and managing a direct team in Dublin including management oversight of several offshore locations, all focused on the day-to-day production of Valuations for various fund types. The individual will have a strong customer service and operational focus and will provide an integrated, value-added platinum service to the suite of clients. Key Responsibilities : Act as a senior point of contact with clients for fund accounting issues Present at service reviews and board meetings from a fund perspective Instil a client-focus within the fund valuations operation, ensuring client queries, requests and product enhancements are dealt with in an efficient and appropriate manner Provide a consistently high level of service to clients, which meets the agreed standard and is delivered within a stable and risk adverse operating environment by appropriately skilled resources Oversight of Fund Valuations and management of offshore locations, whilst participating in the broader EMEA Fund Accounting leadership team Enhancing our clients' lives through innovation that harnesses the breadth and depth of our information, global network, and world-class products Proactively identity and manage operational risk through leading specific process reviews Maintain a controlled, SOC1 operating environment that complies with operational standards Act as technical and knowledge resource to the team/business unit Collaborate with technology and product teams to agree and prioritise programme goals and objectives Lead and drive the change plan of initiatives within the operations to incrementally improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the function, setting challenging targets Focus on operational streamlining, manual touch point reduction and automation Actively monitor cost drivers and implement cost reductions initiatives identified. Reduce Operational Losses year on year Manage, coach and develop team members for their individual advancement and for the benefit of the team. In so doing, foster and maintain strong team spirit and a healthy working atmosphere Complete the annual and interim appraisal process Identify, develop and retain key talent; own the succession plan for this group Manage the performance of staff, addressing poor performance sensitively and promptly and recognizing exceptional performance using the full range of supports within the company Capacity planning and resource management to support the day to day business requirements and forward planning. Knowledge/Experience: Extensive years working experience in Fund Accounting, at least 5 of which is managing people Proven track record and extensive knowledge of funds services and its processes Excellent leadership experience and skill set Strong Product, Industry and Regulatory knowledge Ability to: Build and lead successful teams Think creatively to deliver significant change and lead transformation/large projects Understand new technical and regulatory requirements Interact collaboratively with senior management and stakeholders Lead the introduction of complex change in a challenging environment Team player at a senior level - able to articulate one's own position clearly, based on fact, but sensitive to the positions, needs and requirements of others Qualifications: Qualified Accountant or 3rd Level Degree, preferably in business Extensive years' experience in Fund Accounting Exceptional candidates who do not meet these criteria may be considered for the role provided they have the necessary skills and experience. Contact Information: To discuss this unique and exciting opportunity further - please call Karl Byrne for a private & confidential conversation on (01) 661 9235 / (086) 816 7141. EMPOWERMENT Financial Recruitment is a niche recruitment firm helping the career development of finance professionals. We have excellent contacts across industry, financial services and practice and a reputation for sourcing the best talent in the marketplace.