Vice President, Fund/Client Accounting
BNY · Seoul, South Korea · 10mo ago
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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President to join our Fund accounting team. This role is located in Seoul, Korea.
The Accounting COM role will provide our top clients with a single point of escalation and coordination across the Accounting organization, including GIA, GRS, and LPAAS
In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:
- Ensure Client deliverables meet agreed SLAs
- Perform oversight reviews to ensure active engagement in the NAV lifecycle and maintain deep understanding of BAU processes
- Primary operational point of contact for analyzing and responding to Client inquiries
- Collaborate with Clients to drive automation and eliminate manual bespoke processes by aligning services to the service catalogue
- Move to globally consistent operating model across funds and regions to build scale
- Participate in Client service reviews, using peer benchmarks to bring insights on efficiency opportunities
- Take a proactive approach to Client interactions including specific 1:1 meetings to seek regular feedback and intervene to minimize impact of
- Refined Client experience associated with change events by identifying areas for improvement and implement changes
- Partner with stakeholders across the firm to enable bottom-up transparency of core service opportunities for Client collaboration
- Client Focus
- Client Centricity: Proactively anticipate client needs and deliver innovative, value-driven solutions tailored to regional market dynamics.
- Service Excellence Mindset: Demonstrate ownership, responsiveness, and a commitment to high-quality client experiences across varied APAC service expectations.
- Cultural Intelligence: Engage effectively with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, respecting local customs, communication styles, and business etiquette.
- Communication & Influence
- Presentation Skills: Confidently present ideas and data using storytelling and audience-tailored messaging, adapting to language preferences and cultural norms.
- Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve client concerns diplomatically, using active listening and empathy to maintain trust across borders.
- Negotiation Skills: Navigate client expectations and internal constraints to reach mutually beneficial outcomes, considering regional sensitivities and decision-making styles
- Strategic Thinking
- Business Acumen: Understand the broader business context and regional market trends to align client solutions with organizational goals.
- Critical Thinking: Analyze situations from multiple perspectives to make informed, strategic decisions that reflect APAC-specific risks and opportunities.
- Regulatory Awareness: Stay informed about local regulations, compliance standards, and government policies that impact client interactions in APAC markets
- Problem Solving & Agility
- Problem Solving: Identify root causes quickly and develop practical, innovative solutions that consider regional constraints and client expectations.
- Adaptability: Embrace change and continuously learn to meet evolving client and operational demands across fast-moving environments.
- Time Management & Prioritization: Balance multiple client demands and internal responsibilities efficiently.
- Continuous Improvement & Metrics: Drive operational excellence through ongoing process refinement, performance measurement (SLAs/KPIs) and efficiency optimization
- Relationship Building
- Emotional Intelligence: Manage interpersonal dynamics with empathy and professionalism to enhance client interactions and build long-term relationships.
- Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain trust with internal and external stakeholders through consistent communication and alignment across APAC teams.
- Collaboration: Work effectively across teams and departments to provide seamless client experiences, leveraging regional expertise and cross-functional support.
- Digital Fluency
- AI Literacy: Leverage AI tools and data analytics to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making in client operations.
- Technology Savvy: Quickly adopt and utilize new digital tools beyond AI to enhance productivity and client engagement, including region-specific platforms
To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:
- Bachelors degree in accounting or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- 7-10 years of total work experience preferred; Big 4 accounting firm experience preferred.
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