Financial Reporting Team Ldr

Brown Brothers Harriman • Boston, MA

3d • $80,000 - $120,000

About The Position

At BBH, Partnership is more than a form of ownership—it’s our approach to business and relationships. We know that supporting your professional and personal goals is the best way to help our clients and advance our business. We take that responsibility seriously. With a 200-year legacy and a shared passion for what’s next, this is the right place to build a fulfilling career. The Financial Reporting Team Leader draws upon experience, knowledge and expertise to review the annual, semi-annual and quarterly financial statements and Forms (N-CEN, N-PORT, 24F-2, TSR, N-CSR, FAR and Form PF) for registered investment companies and Cayman/Bermuda investment funds. The individual is also responsible for systems enhancements as they relate to financial reporting needs and development of the group. 1. Financial Reporting: - Review annual, semi-annual and quarterly financial statements and Forms N-CEN, N-PORT, 24F-2, TSR, N-CSR, FAR and Form PF for registered investment companies and Cayman/Bermuda investment funds. - Serve as an escalation point in assisting team members with problem solving and issue resolution; Utilize best judgment to escalate issues to senior managers as appropriate. - Maintain a working familiarity with applicable laws, regulations and interpretation of governing financial statements and disclosure, including the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Internal Revenue Code, GAAP, IFRS, Regulation S-X and other applicable requirements. - Coordinate fund audits with all applicable internal and external parties. - Communicate appropriately with the Financial Reporting Manager with respect to all timetables and workflow and communicate to the extent appropriate about all relevant matters with other department members within BBH. - Perform special projects as directed by the Financial Reporting Manager. - Maintain knowledge related to regulatory changes affecting funds. 2. Technology/Innovation: - Assist in the implementation of proprietary and external systems. - Evaluate and develop enhancements to BBH Accounting Systems (Eagle STAR) and Unity Financial Reporting platform to automate procedures for financial reporting purposes. - Maintain a working knowledge of Unity Financial Reporting and regulatory reporting systems. 3. Leadership/Staff Supervision: - Complete and oversee the completion of the BBH annual performance review process for assigned analysts. - Maintain a leadership role by developing internal relationships with key people in other departments to accomplish goals and resolve issues. - Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to staff to improve individual and team performance. - Participate in the recruiting and hiring process for new staff.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Accounting or equivalent discipline and/or equivalent work experience.
• 7-10 years of mutual fund industry experience including at least five years of direct financial reporting experience.
• Highly organized, detail oriented.
• Self-motivated, capable of monitoring and completing a variety of projects simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work well in a deadline oriented, client-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior supervisory experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review annual, semi-annual and quarterly financial statements and Forms N-CEN, N-PORT, 24F-2, TSR, N-CSR, FAR and Form PF for registered investment companies and Cayman/Bermuda investment funds.
• Serve as an escalation point in assisting team members with problem solving and issue resolution; Utilize best judgment to escalate issues to senior managers as appropriate.
• Maintain a working familiarity with applicable laws, regulations and interpretation of governing financial statements and disclosure, including the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Internal Revenue Code, GAAP, IFRS, Regulation S-X and other applicable requirements.
• Coordinate fund audits with all applicable internal and external parties.
• Communicate appropriately with the Financial Reporting Manager with respect to all timetables and workflow and communicate to the extent appropriate about all relevant matters with other department members within BBH.
• Perform special projects as directed by the Financial Reporting Manager.
• Maintain knowledge related to regulatory changes affecting funds.
• Assist in the implementation of proprietary and external systems.
• Evaluate and develop enhancements to BBH Accounting Systems (Eagle STAR) and Unity Financial Reporting platform to automate procedures for financial reporting purposes.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Unity Financial Reporting and regulatory reporting systems.
• Complete and oversee the completion of the BBH annual performance review process for assigned analysts.
• Maintain a leadership role by developing internal relationships with key people in other departments to accomplish goals and resolve issues.
• Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to staff to improve individual and team performance.
• Participate in the recruiting and hiring process for new staff.

Benefits

• BBH and its affiliates' compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing.
• BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck—providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees