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 Description
SS&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 businessEstablish and maintain robust accounting policies, procedures and controls to ensure appropriate oversightContinuously enhance fund accounting processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness Operational Execution The end-to-end management of the Fund Accounting functionAccountable for accurate reporting of Fund performance monthly in agreed timeframesAccountable for accurate statutory reporting of Fund on an annual basis in agreed timeframesAccountable for accurate ASIC, APRA, BAS, Fund income tax return lodgmentsMonitor the reconciliation of fund accounts, including bank reconciliations, asset reconciliations and other balance sheet accountsThe preparation of board papers and audit, risk and compliance committee papers as requestedAnalysis of the impact of changes in accounting standardsApprove expenditures under delegated authorityCalculation 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 FrameworkMaintaining awareness of tax characteristics of transactions and seek internal/external advice where appropriateMaintaining data integrity including complete and accurate flow of information from source systems to final tax returnsCoordinating payment of all taxes and ensuring all lodgments are completed on timeReviewing tax policies applied by service providersKeeping 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 operationsIn 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 cultureServe as the primary point of contact for auditors, regulators and other external stakeholders regarding fund accounting mattersProvide training and development opportunities for continual career progression of teamsPromote 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 roleRG146 compliance accreditation Prior knowledge and skills: Extensive experience in fund accounting, financial reporting within the superannuation and the asset management industryExtensive experience in managing stakeholder and outsourced provider relationshipsSuperior analytical skills and business acumen with an eye for detailStrong interpersonal skills with strong ability to maintain and build multi-level relationshipsExceptional customer (both internal, external and member) focus to ensure customer satisfaction with a constant focus on customer needs to drive solutionsDeals effectively with ambiguity-can cope with change and uncertaintyQuality decisions - makes good decisions, others seek advice and solutionsInterpersonal savvy - relates well to people within and outside the organizationPresentation skills-effective both within and outside the organizationStrategic agility - sees clearly ahead, has broad knowledge and perspectiveManaging through systems - can implement practices, processes and procedures. 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
