As Senior Associate you will:

• Prepare client deliverables related to Expense Administration involving budget & invoice preparation and accrual checks, Distributions, Performance and Regulatory/Board Reporting. Completed all tasks assigned within agreed TAT and with high level of accuracy.
• Review prepared work when needed, demonstrate technical expertise, and ensure that all deliverables are completed accurately and within agreed upon time
• Assists with coordination of activities between multiple departments within State Street.
• Understand risk at the operational level and comply with the risk escalation chain including timely notification of issues. Escalate all delays and issues regarding assigned deliverables timely to AM, officer and/or AVP.
• Ensure effective use of automation by fully State street Applications and standard macros; make recommendations for technology and process improvements.
• Ensures all controls/checklists and procedures are adhered to as well as makes recommendations for improvement.
• Estimate personnel needs, assign work, oversee short term deliverables, coordinate workflow, maintain working knowledge of overall process operating model while assisting with deployment of operational changes.
• Provide on-the-job training and coaching to all staff and provide performance feedback to manager for input into PPR.
• Attend all relevant training classes; proactively seek out additional trainings to further career development.
• Implement all standard practices, processes, tools, and technology enhancements. Participate in the research and resolution of issues.
• Comply with internal, client specific and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintains well-documented organized work papers and client files
• Provide production oversight to JV processes
• To become an essential partner with our clients – trusted, strategic and proactive.
• Volunteers for ad-hoc projects and helps with last minute requests

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

Competencies:

• Client focus: Support maintaining strong client relations by delivering all tasks within prescribed timelines with high quality standards
• Operational Efficiency Focus: Actively participate in an efficient and effective global operating model, collaborating with peers globally, and using standard technology, best practices, and optimal functions.
• Performance Focus: Provide excellent service to clients through a results-oriented mindset
• Quality & Risk Focus: Understand and minimize risk through adhering to standard and client specific operating procedures and through broad participation in the global training program

Mandatory Skill Sets:

• Good understanding of financial services and investment products.
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Problem Solving & Analytical Skills
• Ability to work on MS Office (Excel, Word and PPT)

Additional Skill Sets:

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and possess strong problem solving and resolution skills.
• Good understanding of financial services and investment products.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on service.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exposure to US GAAP/IFRS etc. preferred
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet internal and industry deadlines.
• Ability to perform under pressure and manage high volumes.
• Committed to learn technical aspects of each deliverable.
• Ability to communicate with various internal teams to resolve queries and escalate accordingly.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Demonstrates an ability to be a leader within their team, as well as be a leader amongst your peers.
• Ability to interact with on-shore and off-shore teams to resolve inquiries and understanding when to escalate.
• Ability to work well in a fast paced, high volume atmosphere with strong problem resolution skills.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience preferred
• 4 to 6 years of experience in related accounting or finance field preferred