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About Northern Trust:
Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to corporations, institutions and affluent families and individuals globally. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 20,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
Working with Us:
As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company that is committed to strengthening the communities we serve!
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Team Overview
The team is responsible for the preparation of financial statements, schedule of investments, significant acquisitions and disposals and explanatory notes on the same (including preparation and review of tax reporting data due to tax agents), for mutual funds, hedge funds and/or fund of hedge fund clients.
Financial statements are prepared on a cyclical basis (for example; quarterly, semi-annual or annually) depending on the team in accordance with regulatory guidelines in the home country (for example: UK, Ireland, Luxembourg, Switzerland and U.S). The preparation is based on a set processes and procedures and the job holder will be required to adhere to these processes in completing day to day tasks.
Once financial statement is prepared, the team will analyse and research for any discrepancies before sending to the home country for review. The Analyst will correct any discrepancies/issues identified and communicated by the home country before closure. Due to the cyclical nature of the activities, it is anticipated that there will be peak periods of work and the job holder may be required to undertake additional working hours to ensure tasks are completed to the appropriate deadlines.
Role Overview
Has day-to-day management responsibilities for a small team. Responsible for the assignment of work to the Financial Reporting team in the Client Accounting area. Possesses the leadership and organizational skills required to prioritize assignments and provide feedback to staff.
Organizes the work of the team, assigns tasks, sets short-term priorities, monitors all activities and ensures timely and accurate completion of the work
Conducts performance management and career development processes, and staffing and disciplinary actions
Provides input and support to budget management process
Carries out complex activities with significant financial, client, and/or internal business impact
May have direct interaction with committees and/or Senior Management
Able to serve as a key subject matter expert and mentor to other more junior level employees
May manage daily operational activities and supervise day-to-day work of junior level employees (but not a formal management role)
More technically sound in area of expertise and has broader knowledge of other areas
Delivers a work product that requires less revision
Able to facilitate discussions and reach decisions
Competencies
Leadership/People Management - inspires and motivates the team. Selects, trains and develops top talent to NOSAI positions
Focused Client Relationships - strong client servicing mind set and skills
Personal Courage - Adaptable to change, adopting new processes and seeks continuous development opportunities, shows accountability to ensure team targets are achieved
Excellence in Execution - Quality & deadline focused, strong organization skills and the ability to prioritize tasks, strong attention to detail
Diversity, Inclusion & Respect - demonstrates a polite and friendly manner when working with colleagues and clients, works to assist others in a courteous manner
Innovative Thinking - ability to identify and communicate ways to improve processes, services and drive productivity
Effective Communication - communicates effectively (verbal and written) up to senior levels
Northern Trust Savvy - Demonstrates good knowledge of Northern Trust and builds knowledge of function (post joining) including standard, processes/procedures required for tasks and has the ability to impart this knowledge effectively with more junior staff members
Knowledge/Skills
Strong leadership skills
Strong knowledge of financial / capital markets (e.g., Good understanding of financial instruments, operation of capital markets, lifecycle of trade, valuations etc.)
Evidence of strong operations knowledge including secondary review and controls, risks and mitigation.
Demonstrate through examples evidence of day to day team management, mentor/coach team members and sharing feedback.
Analytical ability, problem solving and escalation issues when the need arises.
Excellent desktop, IT and systems skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially MS Excel and Power Point) is essential.
Knowledge of related systems: Bloomberg, Reuters (preferred)
Excellent written and verbal language skills, ability to address technical and non-technical issues independently, knowledge share/training sessions conducted, proactively troubleshoot and manage escalation and work with global teams,
Excellent interpersonal skills, as this role requires interaction at all levels of the organisation and externally
Qualifications
6 - 8 years of experience in reporting functions like financial reporting, regulatory reporting, client reporting and board reporting in an Audit Firm, Hedge Fund, Mutual Fund or Financial institution. Working as a Technical Coordinator (24 months in the role)/ Team Leader with at least 2 years in supervising teams
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is highly desirable
People management experience gained within a financial services organization
Background in regulatory / statutory reporting will be preferred
Internal candidates must meet the IJP eligibility requirements of Northern Trust
Minimum of 24 months experience in the process area
Working Hours: 7AM-4PM
Additional Information
Northern Trust

Manila City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time