Alternative Investments Business Analyst, Vice President (Finance)

Who we are looking for:

Looking for a skilled and proven professional at the Vice President level to provide leadership, project management and oversight of Back Office Accounting and Custody client conversion initiatives and deliverables.

The team you be joining is a part of State Street Global Delivery - Client Business Integration where we serve our clients with distinction and organizational excellence to deliver an exceptional client experience.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for:

• Manage client conversion activity including new client onboardings, outgoing conversions, transition management (Asset Restructuring), mergers, interfund transfers and in-kind transfers
• Support new client relationships and expansion of existing relationships
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of overall process and our operating model
• Develop and support project management to ensure timely and high-quality delivery
• Implement operational changes which streamline functions, and ensure an optimal service environment and technology utilization
• Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders to assess overall conversion status, identify and work collectively to ensure processing follows best practices
• Work closely with internal stakeholders including COE and other processing teams to ensure client procedures and deadlines are met
• Provide technical expertise to research and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure project management is updated, highlighting all potential risks with possible solutions in a timely manner
• Develop and foster a culture of collaboration within the team and across business lines
• Work collaboratively to ensure effective cross training across teams to support our goal of creating a global conversion team
• Act as command and control as well as assisting management across various Global Delivery business segments

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a focus in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Technical or related field preferred

• Minimum 10+ years financial services experience with Fund Accounting, Custody and project management
• Knowledge of Investment Manager Servicing, Transaction Management, Capital Markets, Back Office Accounting and Custody operations, Recon and Core State Street business offerings
• Experience with MCH and eHorizon
• Proven strong communication, interpersonal, decision-making and negotiation skills
• Organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must have a proactive, forward thinking, transformational change mindset
• Strong project management skills, analytical/problem solving skills, communication versatility, information technology acumen, teamwork and leadership, written and verbal skills
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office and able to use advanced features of PowerPoint and Excel, SharePoint, project management and reporting

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.

Salary Range:
$100,000 - $160,000 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

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