Employer: DWS Group
Title: Head of Fund Accounting and Administration
Corporate Title: AVP
Location: Taiwan
Job Code: #LI-ZL1 #LI-03
About DWS:
Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures – but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.
Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment.
We’re looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. That’s why we are ‘Investors for a new now’.
As investors on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients’ financial future. And in return, we’ll give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industry’s greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career.
This is your chance to invest in your future.
Read more about DWS and who we are here.
Team / Division Overview
The Fund Accounting and Administration team is responsible for all onshore funds daily operations to provide on-going support to the respective stakeholders. That may include fund lifecycle management, trade confirmations, trade settlements, NAV calculation, client order processing and in others may include counterparty maintenance, project management, communication with stakeholders and verifying internal controls to ensure compliance.
Your responsibilities
As a Head of Fund Accounting and Administration you will be responsible for:
Supervise and support
Middle office
- Broker/Counterparty account opening
- Broker/Counterparty KYC
- Internal/external reporting
- Fund performance measurement
- Fund lifecycle management
- Static data maintenance
Fund Accounting
- Calculate and review daily fund NAV
- Fund Accounting system processing
- Declare the fund data to SITCA and provide the data feed to DB.
- Monthly/Quarterly/Annually financial report and regulatory reporting
- Fund tax return filing
- Fund accounting system testing.
- Provide group required information
- Service Vendor monitoring
- Other fund accounting administration job
- Enhance work efficiency and evaluate the options
Transfer agent
- Maintain new client data in Jepun
- Update client static data in Jepun
- Update client relevant KYC review date in Jepun
- Support and deliver clients original account opening docs to MorgenFund
- Client daily subscription/redemption order processing
- Funds settlement and payment relevant
- Help and solve client questions and requirements Client order confirmation
- Client monthly statements
- SITCA/TDCC monthly reporting
- FATCA/CRS annual reporting
Business Management
- Communication bridge between internal and external stakeholders
- Manage group project
- Transform the team to be the business partner and provide business solutions
- Develop holistic governance and KOP to work across divisions
- Work with business as the business partner and provide the business solution
We are looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy/ Finance or equivalent
- Must have the SITE license
- Ideally 10 years financial accounting/ fund administration experience required, working in a high volume, fast-paced environment
- It would be an advantage if you have Big 4 experience, but this is not a must
- Extensive experience in asset management industry, sustainable investments, along with strong operations / accounting experience, broader knowledge from front desk to back office
- Superior relationship management, strong verbal and written communication skills (Chinese and English are both required)
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Pivot table and vlookup), Microsoft Word, PowerPoint)
- Proactive attitude, commitment to continuous learning, willing to challenge the status quo to improve processes
- Creative self-starter with strong initiative, ability to take ownership and work independently, as well as contribute to the broader global team
- Ability to multi-task and be hands on in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines under pressure
What we’ll offer you:
At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and it’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy and rewarded. At DWS you’ll have access to a range of benefits including, but not limited, to the below:
- A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, comprehensive leave policy, personal and volunteer days
- Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits
- Access to best in class trainings, in role development and career progression opportunities
If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition, then please contact your recruiter and let them know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview, or providing assistance when at the DWS office. This will not affect your application and our recruitment team will discuss options with you
We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance or equivalent
- SITE license
- Around 10 years financial accounting / fund administration experience in high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Extensive experience in asset management and fund operations/accounting
- Big 4 experience
- Fluent written and spoken Chinese and English
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP), Word and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of regulatory reporting and tax compliance (SITCA, TDCC, FATCA, CRS)
- Strong relationship management, communication, proactive attitude and ability to multi-task under pressure
What We Do
DWS Group (DWS) with EUR 933bn of assets under management (as of 30 June 2024) aspires to be one of the world's leading asset managers. Building on more than 60 years of experience, it has a reputation for excellence in Germany, Europe, the Americas and Asia. DWS is recognized by clients globally as a trusted source for integrated investment solutions, stability and innovation across a full spectrum of investment disciplines. We offer individuals and institutions access to our strong investment capabilities across all major liquid and illiquid asset classes as well as solutions aligned to growth trends. Our diverse expertise in Active, Passive and Alternatives asset management – as well as our deep environmental, social and governance focus – complement each other when creating targeted solutions for our clients. Our expertise and on-the-ground knowledge of our economists, research analysts and investment professionals are brought together in one consistent global CIO View, giving strategic guidance to our investment approach. DWS wants to innovate and shape the future of investing. We understand that, both as a corporate as well as a trusted advisor to our clients, we have a crucial role in helping to navigate the transition to a more sustainable future. With approximately 4,500 employees in offices all over the world, we are local while being one global team. We are committed to acting on behalf of our clients and investing with their best interests at heart so that they can reach their financial goals, no matter what the future holds. With our entrepreneurial, collaborative spirit, we work every day to deliver outstanding investment results, in both good and challenging times to build the best foundation for our clients’ financial future.
