Lead a team responsible for all client interactions for multiple key clients within Fund Accounting.
Build & maintain stable relationships with the clients to support key interactions and seamless escalation.
Represent Fund Accounting in all client & internal interactions
Be responsible for client on-boarding, off-boarding and fund events
Be responsible for issue management, investigation, escalation and remediation
Be responsible for daily query management and resolution
Coordinate & implement client & regulatory driven changes to operating model
Be a primary escalation point for escalation of all issues, service updates, and progress updates for the client
Proactive management to identify trends, issues and opportunities to improve service levels
Work with Technology, Operations and Stakeholders to determine process improvements and strategic direction.
Support the roll out of, and drive, key firm wide operational initiatives.
Maintain an excellent and interactive relationship with internal partners including client services, product, custody and Transfer Agency.
Be responsible for leading a team & indirectly managing a wider group of professionals.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
10-15 years of experience in Fund Accounting operations
Strong technical skills including accounting principles and theories
Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
Exceptional leadership and staff development skills with prior team management experience
Confidence and ability to make balanced decisions and effectively represent JPM
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to interact efficiently with clients and effectively manage client expectations
Ability to manage, drive and implement change; strong influencing skills
Ability to work independently and multitask in a fast paced environment
Strong governance and control mindset
Relationship building skills - develop internal and external partnerships to drive results
Experience working across multiple business areas and/or functions to deliver results
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills required to provide status to key audience in a concise, informative and timely manner.