Team Lead - Financial & Regulatory Reporting (Registered Funds) at 244 - Fund Accounting - Private Equity

About Citco:

The market leader. The premier provider. The best in the business. At Citco, we’ve been the front-runner in our field since our incorporation in 1948 led to the evolution of the asset servicing sector itself. This pioneering spirit continues to guide us today as we innovate and expand, push beyond the boundaries of our industry, and shape its future. From working exclusively with hedge funds to serving all alternatives, corporations and private clients, our organization has grown immensely across asset classes and geographies. For us, this progress is a pattern that we’ll only maintain as we move forward, always prioritizing our performance. So for those who want to play at the top of their game and be at the vanguard of their space, we say: Welcome to Citco.

About the Team & Business Line:

Fund Administration is Citco’s core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry’s most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.  Citco is expanding its Fund Administration business to now support registered products, and this key role will be a focus for the firm’s future growth.

As a core member of our Registered Alternative Products Financial Statement and Regulatory Reporting team, you will be working with some of the industry’s most accomplished professionals to deliver award-winning services for complex fund structures that our clients can depend upon. 

Your Role: 

• Supervise, monitor and review the reporting staff's daily and periodic completed assignments
• Review and/or prepare supporting information for SEC Form filings (e.g., 10K/Q, N-CEN, N-CSR, N-PORT, 24F-2, N-2, N1-A)
• Contribute to strong relationships through interactions with internal parties, client and audit firm personnel
• Train staff on established regulations and updated rules, establish department and individual goals, prepare performance evaluations, and direct individual and group staff meetings
• Contribute to the career development for all Financial Statement and Regulatory Reporting Accountants by group and individual training
• Write and/or review various reports related to engagements
• Prepare ad hoc reports for the client upon request
• Troubleshoot fund accounting and client issues
• Attend meetings and trainings to enhance knowledge to be passed down to the Financial Statement and Regulatory Reporting Accountants
• Support reporting and fund accounting related duties during peak periods as defined by Manager
• Contribute to identifying, researching and communicating recent authoritative pronouncements to CFS offices and clients
• Understand engagement economics as it relates to managing budget for individual engagements and projects
• Recognize and communicate potential opportunities for new clients as well as value added service enhancements for existing clients

About You:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Registered/40 Act Fund accounting or reporting
• Experience in supervisory function of a team of registered investment funds, accountants and/or auditors
• Experience with third-party reporting platforms such as Confluence, DFIN or Workiva
• Strong knowledge of Regulatory Compliance requirements
• Previous financial statement or regulatory review and/or preparation experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS is required
• Advanced knowledge in complex derivatives
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics
• CPA, CFA, CA or other professional designation preferred
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint)
• Able to travel as necessary
• Excellent communication and writing skills

Our Benefits

Your well-being is of paramount importance and central to our success here at Citco. Citco offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package to support your career success and personal needs. Your base salary will be determined by several factors such as the role, experience, skillset, market conditions, etc. Furthermore, qualifying positions can participate in an annual discretionary bonus pool based on company profitability and individual contributions. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, short and long-term disability benefits, a retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, mental health and wellness support, parental leave, and more. Additional details about our total rewards package will be shared during the hiring process.

At Citco, we take pride in fostering an inclusive culture by prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation, mutual respect, and collaboration. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you, please let your recruiter know.

As an equal opportunity employer, Citco adheres to making all employment and personnel decisions without discriminating based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, physical disability, mental disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national or ethnic origin, or any other protected status. We believe that an inclusive workforce not only enriches our company but also drives us towards greater success.

Please note that this job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Our employees may perform other job-related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of our organization.