Manager - Fund Accounting

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Purpose of the Job The Manager Fund Accounting PE / RE will be responsible for the Service Delivery and exceeding of it to a portfolio of clients & client entities and for the management of a team of staff who deliver the Fund Accounting Services component of this delivery to this portfolio of clients & client entities. The main areas of focus for the Manager will be A) the pro-active and on-time Client Service Delivery of all fund accounting services provided to each client making up the portfolio including, if requested, the management of i) Client Entity Directorships ii) the day to day delivery of Fund Accounting Services provided to the client & client entities in accordance with the client and published, Processes Procedures and Controls (PPC), iii) the pro-active management of accounting services delivered by internal and external sub-contractors and iv) a first point of escalation for client issues resolution and B ) Proper Team Management (ensuring engagement levels, performance based culture, proper work planning ensuring quality of service and work/life balance).To support the delivery of high quality and consistent data, processes and reporting in all business areas and jurisdictions in line with Ocorian's information and security model, controls and procedures. To produce and maintain clear and succinct systems and integrations documentation. Where custom development is required, produce clear specifications, including use and test cases, for developers working in an Agile DevOps oriented development environment and ensure appropriate quality testing including the design and creation of test scripts. This will involve, but not limited to: Preparation of periodic fund accounting/NAV reporting/distributions planning / allocation of work, mentoring, monitoring progress / meeting (regulatory) deadlines and review output for quality assurance. Managing the on-time preparation of the financial deliverables of the whole team and for all clients at all times Taking full responsibility for the management and technical support of a team of accountants. Ensuring full automation of the accounting deliverables (using system like eFront, Paxus, etc). Ensuring adherence with Ocorian policy and procedure, smooth running of operation of the team under supervision and providing high quality service to Ocorian's clients. Main Responsibilities Accounting Responsibilities Take responsibility for an allocated portfolio of clients. To set and manage the deadlines of the portfolio of clients in accordance with the agreed calendar defined for each client. Ensure overall quality of bookkeeping, financial statements, management accounts and other financial reports are up to required standards at all times. Liaise with clients to ensure efficient delivery of output and client service expectations. Prepare timely and accurate NAV calculations, distributions, and other fund accounting output for subsequent review. Calculate and prepare capital calls and distributions workings and letters. Record accurately such accounting records as securities positions, corporate actions related, and journal entries. Reconcile various accounts, or reviewing reconciliations prepared by others, and promptly researching and correcting any variances. Review bank and any other reconciliation. Review VAT, TDS returns and Tax Computations for clients as prepared by Senior Accountants / Accountants / Assistant Accountants/ Junior Accountants. Ensure that financial statements, tax returns and other statutory returns are filed within deadlines. Review the work of, provide guidance and constructive feedback to Senior Accountants / Accountants / Assistant Accountants/ Junior Accountants. Liaise with Auditors and administrators to complete the audit of financial statements in accordance with defined timetables. Communicate effectively with the Accounting team to ensure they are aware of deadlines and expectations in terms of timing. Monitor and control the workload of the team. Ensure that Ocorian policy and procedures are adhered to. Be aware of risk exposure and promptly escalate issues arising to other members of the Management team. Take ownership of various aspects of team management, including involvement in the annual staff appraisal process as appropriate, holiday management, personal and professional development of team members. Oversee the work of Senior Accountants / Accountants / Assistant Accountants/ Junior Accountants and liaise with administration teams to determine and prioritise client deadlines. Assist with the update and maintenance of financial statements' templates in accordance with IFRS or other designated accounting framework(s). Act as main accounting point of contact with key client personnel. Ensuring world class client service delivery Responsibility for the accuracy, excellence of service and the timeliness of all client services delivery within the portfolio specifically regarding to the provision of Fund Accounting (as a

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