SS&C is a global provider of investment and financial services and software for the financial services and healthcare industries. Named to Fortune 1000 list as top U.S. company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut and has 20,000+ employees in over 90 offices in 35 countries. Some 18,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest institutions to local firms, manage and account for their investments using SS&C's products and services.
Job DescriptionSS&C GIDS Australia is expanding its Fund Administration service offering to small to medium sized Fund Managers. Its Superannuation Admin BPO service offering also includes the provision of Super fund accounting, reporting and related investment services. The Head of Fund Admin Services is responsible for leading Fund Accounting, Middle Office services, Investor service and Compliance functions for its Managed Fund and Superannuation clients. The role will also work very closely with the Transfer Agency (Unit Registry line of business) where bundled Fund Admin and TA are provided. This role requires strong leadership, in-depth knowledge of accounting principles, and a thorough understanding of the managed funds and superannuation industries.
Role Responsibilities:Strategic leadership
Support the development and implementation of the strategic direction for the Fund Admin business
Establish and maintain robust accounting policies, procedures and controls to ensure appropriate oversight
Continuously enhance fund accounting processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Operational Execution
The end-to-end management of the Fund Accounting function
Accountable for accurate reporting of Fund performance monthly in agreed timeframes
Accountable for accurate statutory reporting of Fund on an annual basis in agreed timeframes
Accountable for accurate ASIC, APRA, BAS, Fund income tax return lodgments
Monitor the reconciliation of fund accounts, including bank reconciliations, asset reconciliations and other balance sheet accounts
The preparation of board papers and audit, risk and compliance committee papers as requested
Analysis of the impact of changes in accounting standards
Approve expenditures under delegated authority
Calculation and validation of daily/weekly/monthly unit prices
Taxation
Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures to support the practical operation of the Taxation Policy and Framework
Maintaining awareness of tax characteristics of transactions and seek internal/external advice where appropriate
Maintaining data integrity including complete and accurate flow of information from source systems to final tax returns
Coordinating payment of all taxes and ensuring all lodgments are completed on time
Reviewing tax policies applied by service providers.
Keeping up to date with tax legislation and regulatory changes affecting their role and the Group
Risk Management & Compliance
Identify and mitigate risks related to fund accounting operations
In conjunction with the Risk & Compliance team ensure robust internal controls safeguard the client financial data
Team leadership and Stakeholder management
Lead, mentor and develop a team of fund accountants, fostering a high performance culture
Serve as the primary point of contact for auditors, regulators and other external stakeholders regarding fund accounting matters
Provide training and development opportunities for continual career progression of teams
Promote collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders
Education and qualification:
Accounting/Business/Commerce related tertiary and/or relevant industry qualification to support the scope of the role;
Diploma in Superannuation Management or equivalent experience in superannuation environment.
8+ years of experience in supervisory or management role
RG146 compliance accreditation
Prior knowledge and skills:
Extensive experience in fund accounting, financial reporting within the superannuation and the asset management industry
Extensive experience in managing stakeholder and outsourced provider relationships;
Superior analytical skills and business acumen with an eye for detail
Strong interpersonal skills with strong ability to maintain and build multi-level relationships
Exceptional customer focus to ensure customer satisfaction with a constant focus on customer needs to drive solutions
Deals effectively with ambiguity-can cope with change and uncertainty
Quality decisions - makes good decisions, others seek advice and solutions
Interpersonal savvy - relates well to people within and outside the organization
Presentation skills-effective both within and outside the organization
Strategic agility - sees clearly ahead, has broad knowledge and perspective
Managing through systems - can implement practices, processes and procedures.
Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. SS&C offers excellent benefits including health, dental, 401k plan, tuition and professional development reimbursement plan. SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.
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