Job description
At BBH we value diverse backgrounds, so if your experience looks a little different from what we've outlined and you think you can bring value to the role, we will still welcome your application!
What You Can Expect At BBH:
If you join BBH you will find a collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can. You will have direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world. BBH will provide you with opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself—without leaving the firm. We encourage a culture of inclusion that values each employee’s unique perspective. We provide a high-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind. Ultimately we want you to have rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage. Our BBH Cares program offers volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others.
Functional Title Financial Reporting Team Leader
At Brown Brothers Harriman, we value diverse backgrounds, so if your experience looks a little different from what we've outlined and you think you can bring value to the role, we will still welcome your application! At BBH, we believe no job is too big or small for any of us to handle if it helps our clients. We value passionate, committed people who enjoy collaborating with others to find new solutions to complex business challenges. We are looking for the type of person who speaks their mind, truly listens and steps outside their role to add value wherever they can. Someone who is driven to get things done and views obstacles as an exciting challenge that demands a creative solution. Above all, we seek someone who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role in protecting and enhancing our client’s financial well-being.
If you are looking for an entrepreneurial environment where you can learn and thrive, Brown Brothers Harriman is the right place for you.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Financial Reporting Team Leader draws upon past experience, knowledge and expertise to supervise analyst's preparation of and/or draft and review of annual, semi-annual and quarterly financial statements and Forms (N-SAR, NQ24F-2, and N-CSR) for registered investment companies. The position provides support to the fund's Treasurer in connection with fund expenses and general fund financial information. The individual is also responsible for systems enhancements as they relate to financial reporting needs and development of the group as a whole.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Financial Reporting
- Supervise, coordinate, review and/or prepare annual, semi-annual and quarterly financial statements and Form N-SAR, N-Q24F-2, and N-CSR for registered investment companies.
* Prepare and/or supervise fund expense proformance. * Review fund expenses and accruals.
- Review fund expense invoice authorizations.
- Report and communicate statistical and performance data to fund management and industry publications.
- Serve as an escalation point in assisting team members and reports 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, Regulation S-X and other applicable requirements.
- Coordinate fund audits with all applicable internal and external parties.
- Communicate appropriately with the Fund 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 Fund Reporting Manager.
- Maintain knowledge related to regulatory changes affecting funds.
2.Technology/Innovation/Productivity
- Assist in the implementation of proprietary and external systems.
- Evaluate and develop enhancements to BBH Accounting Systems (Eagle/OMEGA) and Merrill Reports to automate procedures for financial reporting purposes.
- Maintain a working knowledge of EDGAR and Merrill Reports systems.
- Communicate appropriately with other department members as well as the Financial Reporting Manager with respect to all timetables, workflows and relevant matters.
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.
POSITION SCOPE
- Coordinate fund audits with all applicable internal and external parties.
- Maintain a leadership role by developing internal relationships with key people in other departments to accomplish goals and resolve issues.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education level and/or relevant experience(s)
- BS/BA degree in Accounting or equivalent discipline and/or equivalent work experience.
- 7+ years of mutual fund industry experience including at least four years of direct financial reporting experience.
- Prior supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge and skills (general
and technical)
- 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. *
- Public Accounting experience desired with industry Financial Reporting
What We Offer:
- A collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can
- Direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world
- Opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself—without leaving the firm
- A culture of inclusion that values each employee’s unique perspective
- High-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind
- Volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others
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