Financial Administration Senior Analyst

Citi • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Financial Administration Senior Analyst, Assistant Vice-President (“AVP”) oversees the analysis, monitoring, and implementation of expense budgets as well as ensures timely payment of fund expenses. Additionally, AVPs coordinate and review the monthly and annual excise distribution processes, along with other reporting such as Total Returns, Board reporting and year-end tax reporting requirements. The AVP collaborates with other members of Financial Administration to support the review of monthly, semi-annual and annual reports for investment companies in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) and Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) requirements as they relate to core functions previously mentioned. Are the primary contact for clients; respond proactively to internal and external client inquiries Are responsible for timely and accurate expense budgeting and payments Coordinates and reviews the monthly and annual excise distribution process Oversee monthly and quarterly client reporting (e.g. Total Returns and preparation of Board reports) Coordinates fund year-end reporting (e.g. 1099-NEC and ICI Reporting) Support the preparation and review of financial statements and SEC filings (e.g. N-PORT, N-MFP, N-CSR, N-CEN and 24F-2, N-1A etc.) Demonstrate an advanced understanding of investment types, mutual funds, ETFs and financial markets Lead training sessions to increase the team’s knowledge Identifies and/or implements process improvements to reduce risk and improve efficiency Manage client projects and initiatives Participates in department committees and other initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related area or equivalent work experience
• 5-7 years accounting or reporting experience in the registered investment company or financial services industry
• Advanced experience working with Microsoft Office applications required, specifically Excel
• Ability to demonstrate the following attributes consistently: Excellent attention to detail, a sense of urgency for deadlines, and solid organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills to foster client and internal relationships
• Willingness to work outside of normal work hours when necessary, particularly during peak production cycles
• Motivated to continuous self-improvement
• Ability to promote a positive working environment and influence others to embody the Citi Culture

Nice To Haves

• Prior team lead or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience with FIS InvestOne fund accounting platform, including MBOR and OLE functionality, is a plus
• Experience with Confluence Unity platform, including Publishing and Workbook functionality, is a plus

Responsibilities

• Are the primary contact for clients; respond proactively to internal and external client inquiries
• Are responsible for timely and accurate expense budgeting and payments
• Coordinates and reviews the monthly and annual excise distribution process
• Oversee monthly and quarterly client reporting (e.g. Total Returns and preparation of Board reports)
• Coordinates fund year-end reporting (e.g. 1099-NEC and ICI Reporting)
• Support the preparation and review of financial statements and SEC filings (e.g. N-PORT, N-MFP, N-CSR, N-CEN and 24F-2, N-1A etc.)
• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of investment types, mutual funds, ETFs and financial markets
• Lead training sessions to increase the team’s knowledge
• Identifies and/or implements process improvements to reduce risk and improve efficiency
• Manage client projects and initiatives
• Participates in department committees and other initiatives
• Oversee the completion of daily workflow in accordance to internal controls and procedures
• Proactively balance team resources and workflow requirements
• Conduct monthly coaching/feedback sessions with direct staff
• Escalate issues timely and appropriately to senior management
• Develop/deliver executive summary reporting to senior management and clients
• Oversee projects effectively

Benefits

• Competitive industry salary
• Family medical, dental and vision insurance
• Variety of flex spending accounts
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement Account (401k) with generous employer match
• Paid vacation, sick time and paid holidays
• Generous maternity and paternity leave (after 1 year of employment)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees