Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.
Who we are:
Today, we’re part of an international holding company, Aegon, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.
Transamerica Asset Management (TAM) is a division within Aegon Asset Management, an active global asset management firm with investment capabilities that span public and private markets across asset classes, sharing a common belief in fundamental, research-driven active management.
What we do:
TAM’s vision is to be a valued asset manager by growing a profitable, scalable investment platform that connects the right solutions to our clients’ needs. We provide active fixed income and differentiated equity strategies by following our Investor First process and leveraging the capabilities of our suite of sub-advisers. Our business encompasses approximately $65 billion of net assets under management; consisting of variable insurance funds, retail mutual funds, ETFs, collective investments trusts and other assets.
Position overview:
As the Senior Manager, Fund Administration, you will be responsible for leading fund administration activities for mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), ensuring operational excellence and compliance with regulatory and governance standards. This position oversees product implementation, board and regulatory reporting, and treasury operations while collaborating with internal teams and external service providers to mitigate risk and support strategic initiatives.Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Lead implementation of new funds, classes, conversions, closures, reorganizations, mergers, and product strategy changes for registered funds, ETFs, collective investment trusts (CITs), and separately managed accounts (SMAs).
- Coordinate registration statement inputs, operational setup, and ETF primary market readiness.
- Develop and deliver board and committee materials, including valuation, expense, tax, financial reporting, 15(c) and service provider metrics.
- Oversee preparation, review, and filing of regulatory forms and reports, including N-1A, N-CSR, N-PORT, N-CEN, and shareholder reports.
- Support treasury operations, including expense accruals, fee waivers, interfund lending, line of credit monitoring, valuation escalations, and cash management.
- Review and approve NAV oversight exceptions, pricing challenges, fair valuation memos, and error corrections.
- Monitor service provider performance against service-level agreements and key performance indicators; escalate issues and drive remediation.
- Maintain a strong control environment through documented procedures, checklists, and evidence of review; partner with Compliance for monitoring and testing.
- Lead vendor oversight activities, including SOC report reviews, issue tracking, and performance scorecards.
- Manage incident response for operational events, including root cause analysis, remediation, and board/regulatory notifications.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
- Eight years of experience in registered fund administration (’40 Act mutual funds and/or ETFs), fund accounting, financial reporting, or product implementation.
- Expertise in board reporting and SEC filing processes for mutual funds and ETFs.
- Strong understanding of fund operations, including NAV calculation, custody, transfer agency, valuation, liquidity, and expense management.
- Excellent project management, organization, and communication skills.
- Proficient in MS Word and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA).
- Experience as an Assistant Treasurer or comparable role.
- Prior oversight of third-party administrators, custodians, index providers, or authorized participants.
- Experience with automation tools, data quality controls, and board portal technologies.
**Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to applicable pay transparency and compensation posting laws. It is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid in certain Company locations.**
The salary for this position generally ranges between $150,000 - $170,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
Additionally, the position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits:
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package:
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits:
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
College Coach Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs
Job and compensation levels depend upon an applicant’s qualifications including the extent of candidate’s relevant experience and other job-related factors and will be determined by hiring supervisors/managers and HR.
At Transamerica Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than an Asset Management firm – we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes comes from embracing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences.
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Why Work for UsAt Aegon Asset Management, we invest in You.
Our people are our greatest asset; with a competitive rewards program including incentive compensation, health and wellness benefits, retirement programs, and learning and development opportunities, our employees are engaged and empowered. Come be a part of driving our success!
Equal Opportunity Employer:AEGON USA Realty Advisors, LLC, is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of age, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, race, color, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, participation in the uniformed services (e.g. U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard), physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local equal employment opportunities laws.
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What We Do
We help people achieve a lifetime of financial security and to enjoy a meaningful life – both now and in retirement. Not only do we offer products and services to achieve this but we also focus on financial wellbeing. When we talk about financial wellbeing this is how you feel about the control you have over your financial future – and your relationship with money. It’s about focusing on the things that make their life enjoyable and meaningful – both now and in retirement. We want you to feel confident and empowered when managing your money and know that it’s possible to improve your situation in some way. Aegon's products and services range from life, critical illness and disability insurance, to pensions, annuities, long-term savings and investments. We also offer mortgages, and car, household and travel insurance in some markets. In the US, we’re known as Transamerica, one of the best-known names in the North American financial services industry. Globally over 22,000 Aegon employees help almost 30 million customers take responsibility for their financial future.
