Job Title: Officer, Financial Reporting

Who we are looking for:

The purpose of this role is to provide comprehensive support to investment company clients, ensuring the timely preparation of financial statements within stringent deadlines for audit/client review. Candidates will need to work shifts that overlap reasonably with US and EMEA hours to facilitate training, on-the-job practice, and feedback.

Why this role is important to us:

The selected candidate will be joining State Street Global Services (SSGS). SSGS provides asset owners and managers with essential financial tools for delivering effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration, and shareholder recordkeeping, to operations solutions for alternative assets, SSGS’ tools help our clients make better investment choices and seize growth opportunities.

What you will be responsible for:

As an Officer, your responsibilities will include:

- Performing technical reviews of private equity and hedge fund financial statements in accordance with relevant GAAP and regulatory requirements.

- Understanding the scope of services offered to clients and reviewing with the team; demonstrating technical expertise; ensuring that team meets all client deliverables and managing relationships of assigned clients.

- Adhering to all controls/checklists and procedures, and making recommendations for improvement.

- Proactively managing risk at the business level, taking full accountability for all steps of the production chain.

- Ensuring effective use of automation (FundSuite, Macros, etc.) and recommending current system enhancements.

- Coordinating the research and resolution of any accounting issue, auditor or client comments, and/or JV inquiries.

- Participating in the resolution of client issues.

- Providing coaching and development opportunities to staff and completing and delivering performance reviews on time.

- Making recommendations for hiring, disciplining, controlling work, determining promotions, and terminating employment.

- Coordinating activities between multiple departments within the organization, including our global offshoring partners.

- Drafting and updating task lists for offshoring partners, ensuring all supporting documentation is available to them and acting as the primary contact to answer their questions and issues.

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet internal and industry deadlines.

- Strong problem resolution skills.

- Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-volume atmosphere.

- Desire and commitment to learning technical aspects of each deliverable.

- Ability to communicate with various internal teams to resolve inquiries and understanding when to escalate.

- Ability to develop business relationships, both within and outside the organization.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Economics with a specialization in Business, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience preferred.

- CA/CPA/ACCA or similar professional qualifications preferred.

- Knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS.

- 12+ years to 14+ years of experience in related Mutual Fund/Hedge fund Financial Reporting/accounting or finance field preferred, including previous experience in managing staff.

- Knowledge of Hedge and Private Equity Fund structures, designs & hierarchies, standalone funds, master-feeder funds, and the role of each entity in the fund structure.

- Strong technology skills along with problem-solving and analytical skills.

- Demonstrated leadership within a team and among peers.

- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, including excellent time management skills.

About State Street:

State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers, and asset intelligence companies globally. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people, providing investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading, and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live, and Grow:

We strive to create a great work environment with competitive and comprehensive benefits packages. Details vary by location but may include generous medical care, insurance, and savings plans, along with flexible work programs to help match your needs. Our development programs and educational support are designed to help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity, and Social Responsibility:

We believe diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives contribute to an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and personality. Additionally, we are actively engaged with our communities around the world and provide tools to balance professional and personal life, including paid volunteer days, matching gift programs, and access to employee networks.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.