Financial Reporting, Officer

Who we are looking for:

Responsible for planning, coordinating, analyzing, and delivering end-to-end financial reporting services for clients across APAC, EMEA, and North America. The role oversees daily service delivery, manages client relationships, and ensures reporting accuracy, quality, and compliance with established procedures. It also leads and develops a team of 6-8 professionals, working closely with global stakeholders to support strong risk management, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and business growth. Success in this role requires strong leadership, people management, communication, stakeholder management, and project management skills.

Why this role is important to us:

The team you will be joining is part of State Street Global Delivery (SSGD). SSGD gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration, and shareholder recordkeeping to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity, and real estate, SSGD’s tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities.

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:

As Financial Reporting, Officer, you will:

• Review, analyze, and oversee the delivery of complex periodic (quarterly, semi-annual, annual, and ad hoc) financial statements and related disclosures.
• Lead team capacity planning, resource allocation, and daily operations, driving effective cross-functional collaboration to ensure efficient service delivery and business performance.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships, set clear expectations, and partner with global stakeholders to drive business growth and service excellence.
• Lead people management activities, including recruitment, performance management, resource planning, and talent development, to build and maintain a high-performing, engaged team.
• Manage new fund launches and client conversions, ensuring smooth implementation and operational transition. Maintain awareness of regulatory, industry, and competitor developments to support compliance, continuous improvement, and business growth.
• Drive the adoption and optimization of reporting systems while identifying and implementing enhancements that improve automation, scalability, and client service delivery.
• Promote a strong risk and control environment by identifying issues, monitoring compliance, and escalating breaches and operational risks in a timely manner.
• Review, maintain, and enhance process documentation, including SOPs, process flows, and control frameworks, while coaching team members to follow documented processes and best practices.
• Collaborate with the training liaison to design, develop, and facilitate internal training programs that support talent development and business needs.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects, strategic initiatives, and administrative responsibilities as required to support wider team objectives and business priorities.

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Strong leadership, project management, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues, assess risks and impacts, identify root causes, and deliver practical solutions in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated people management, strategic thinking, client service, and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to build trusted relationships, manage expectations, influence outcomes, and collaborate effectively across global teams.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in financial services, including 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Postgraduate qualifications such as CFA, CPA, ACCA, or CA, whether completed or in progress, are preferred. Relevant experience in a Big 4 or reputable mid-tier accounting firm is also preferred.
• Solid technical knowledge and practical experience in statutory reporting with a strong understanding of IFRS and GAAP requirements and their application.
• Experience with investment funds, financial services, and investment products, with solid knowledge of applicable accounting standards.
• People management experience, including recruitment, coaching, performance management, workforce planning, and talent development.
• Demonstrated project management experience leading migrations or process transformation initiatives.
• Experience driving process improvement, automation, and operational efficiency initiatives within a control-focused environment.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail, with proven ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and support informed decision-making.
• Strong client service and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships, manage expectations, influence outcomes, and collaborate effectively across global teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including written, verbal, and listening proficiency in English.

Additional requirements:

• Overtime may be required.
• Ability to work across time zones when required.

Flexibility during peak reporting periods.

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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