Job Title – VP Financial Reporting

Location – Bangalore

Who we are looking for:

The Vice President, Financial Reporting, will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of Financial Reporting operations supporting investment company clients across multiple regions. The role is accountable for ensuring high-quality financial reporting, regulatory compliance, client satisfaction, operational excellence, talent development, and risk management while driving business growth and transformation initiatives.

The successful candidate will lead large teams, manage senior client relationships, partner with global stakeholders, and serve as a key contributor to organizational objectives within State Street Global Services.

Why this role is important to us:

The Financial Reporting function is a critical component of State Street Global Services (SSGS), delivering regulatory reporting and financial statement production for asset managers and asset owners globally.

As a Vice President, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the function, enhancing client experience, strengthening controls and governance, and driving innovation to support evolving regulatory and business requirements across diverse investment structures.

What you will be responsible for:

As a Vice President you will:

• Manage relationships with client companies, Auditors, making sure that requests are being met and that clients are satisfied with the level of service.
• Monitor day-to-day management of team members and actively manage and maintain successful long-term relationships of assigned clients, and proactively escalate issues to Unit Head
• Collaborate with appropriate teams globally to ensure consistent service delivery, client solutions and client satisfaction. You may need to play as Governance with our JVs.
• Provide coaching and development opportunities to staff and responsible for completing and delivering performance reviews on time
• Make effective recommendations to hire, discipline, control work, determine promotions, and terminate employment.
• Manage the implementation of all standard practices, processes, tools, etc. and initiatives and technology enhancements, while assessing operational effectiveness and making suggestions to streamline functions
• Contribute to enhancing our regulatory standing and execute on critical regulatory and control management plans, including those contributing to the successful execution of ORI initiatives. 
• Proactively manage risk at the business level. Ensure appropriate procedures are in place for team, recommend additional controls and risk management strategies.
• Responsible for client communication and implementation of new regulatory requirements/disclosures that impact the financial statements
• Perform 1st, 2nd, risk-based and targeted reviews on client financial statements, NQ, Form N-MFP, etc.
• Ensure all regulatory filings are made on time
• Other duties as assigned

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and possess strong problem solving and resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet internal and industry deadlines.
• 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 develop business relationships, both within and outside of the organization.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce / Economics with a specialization n Business, Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience preferred, CA / CPA / ACCA or similar (Good to have)
• Knowledge of US GAAP/ IFRS etc.

Additional requirements:

• 18+ years of experience in mutual funds/Hedge funds Financial Reporting & accounting, auditing or related business activity.
• Strong financial reporting, regulatory compliance and tax skills.
• Ability to develop business relationships, both within and outside of the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of SEC, IRS, and general ledger accounting requirements and laws as they apply to investment companies, Trusts, Partnerships and other fund structures services by GISG.
• Strong problem resolution and analytical skills.
• Computer proficient.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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