Fund Accounting Senior Manager

Financial Administration Senior Manager, Vice-President Job Summary The Financial Administration Senior Manager, Vice-President (u201cVPu201d) oversees the analysis, monitoring, and implementation of expense budgets as well as ensures the timely payment of fund expenses occurs per SLAs and coordinates and reviews the monthly and annual excise distribution processes, along with other reporting such as Total Returns, Board reporting and year-end tax reporting (1099) requirements. The VPs are responsible for managing a team of financial administration professionals, working with internal and external clients to design and maintain efficient, effective fund financial reporting and client reporting processes. A comprehensive understanding of fund expense and budgeting oversight, as well as of the interrelationship of financial statement schedules is essential. The VPs must maintain a thorough understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (u201cGAAPu201d) and SEC rules and regulations relating to Registered Investment Companies. In addition to managing a team of financial administration professionals, the VPs proactively manage client relationships. u2022 Ensure teams provide quality service to clients and respond proactively to internal and external client inquiries u2022 Perform all aspects of people management, including annual performance management cycle, hiring, feedback, mentoring and training u2022 Oversees timely and accurate budgeting and expense payments u2022 Coordinates and reviews the monthly and annual excise distribution process u2022 Oversee monthly and quarterly client reporting (e.g. Total return and preparation of Board reports) u2022 Manages fund year-end reporting (e.g. 1099-NEC and ICI Reporting) u2022 Oversee the preparation and perform risk-based reviews of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and SEC rules and regulations u2022 Manage the annual audit process u2022 Ensure quarterly Board reports are prepared accurately and delivered timely u2022 Demonstrate an advanced understanding of investment types, mutual funds, ETFs, and financial markets and serve as a subject-matter expert resource for their team and department u2022 Review the information disclosed and understand the requirements of SEC filings (e.g. N-PORT, N-MFP, N-CSR, N-CEN and 24F-2, etc.) including filing deadlines, information sources, and the electronic filing process u2022 Understand the applicable sections of Sub Chapter M of the IRC and tax-related financial statement disclosures u2022 Understand the applicable sections of mutual fund Registration Statements (SEC Form N-1A) relating to financial statement presentation, total return and fee table disclosures, and managementu2019s discussion of fund performance u2022 Provide thought leadership on fund events (e.g., conversions, launches, liquidations, mergers) u2022 Partner with Technology on business requirements documentation, testing and roll-out of new automation solutions u2022 Encourage continuous improvement to reduce risk and improve efficiency u2022 Manage projects, lead department initiatives, and participate in committees Qualifications Job Specifications: u2022 Bacheloru2019s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related area or equivalent work experience, MBA is a plus u2022 10+ years mutual fund (or equivalent) financial reporting experience and fund administration experience u2022 Prior people management experience required u2022 Comprehensive understanding of investment company financial reporting requirements & disclosures and expense management u2022 Licenses or Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (u201cCPAu201d) is a plus u2022 Experience with FIS InvestOne fund accounting platform, including MBOR and OLE functionality, is a plus u2022 Experience with Confluence Unity financial reporting platform, including Publishing and Workbook functionality, is a plus u2022 Advanced experience working with Microsoft Office applications required, specifically Excel Ability to demonstrate the following attributes consistently: u2022 Superior leadership and people management skills u2022 Superior attention to detail, a sense of urgency for deadlines, and solid organizational skills u2022 Superior written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills to foster client and internal relationships u2022 Proactively balance team resources and workflow requirements u2022 Willingness to work outside of normal work hours when necessarily, particularly during peak financial reporting cycles u2022 Conduct monthly coaching/feedback sessions with direct reports and regular team meetings u2022 Ability to review and understand contracts and agreements u2022 Handle escalated issues timely and appropriately u2022 Oversee projects effectively u2022 Ability to promote a positive working environment and influence others to embody the Citi Culture ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Operations - Transaction Services ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Fund Accounting ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Primary Location: Columbus Ohio United States ------------------------------------------------------ Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $107,120.00 - $160,680.00 In addition to salary, Citiu2019s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit . Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire. ------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above. ------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ Anticipated Posting Close Date: Sep 18, 2025 ------------------------------------------------------ _Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law._ _If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi (._ _View Citiu2019s EEO Policy Statement ( and the Know Your Rights ( poster._Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 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Created: 2025-09-16