Risk and Control Supervisor

Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 80 offices worldwide. With more than $1 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients’ needs. JOB DESCRIPTION Citco Group provides services to our Citco Group of Companies and helps business to succeed in client service excellence. About The Team & Business Line As a valuable member of our Risk and Control Group, you will work closely with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to support business operations and help them to achieve their goals. Responsibilities The Risk and Control Group (‘R&C’) is a group-level, global team, responsible for fostering risk and control awareness across all divisions within the Citco Group of companies. The R&C strategy is to support the organization in implementing a robust risk management and control framework globally across all lines of business. Report to the relevant Risk and Control Managers (AVP / VP / SVP). Cultivate and maintain professional relationships with management and staff in the business, external auditors and R&C colleagues. Involvement in the day-to-day execution of the annual SOC 1 engagement for Citco Corporate Solutions in a quality manner including timely work paper completion, review and reporting. Involvement in the execution of control effectiveness reviews including responsibility for work paper completion, identification of risk issues, root cause analysis, and escalation of relevant matters identified in the review process to R&C management. Work closely with the business to investigate and document the internal control framework (this would include walk-through of processes) for new scope areas, as applicable. Managing the on-time execution and delivery of all project work to a high professional standard including presentations and reporting to stakeholders on various topics including but not limited to ongoing projects and initiatives. Involvement in the preparation of reports to Divisional Management on SOC 1 and other risk management activities. Identifying process and procedural gaps / improvement opportunities, proposing innovative and creative solutions, and executing approved strategies to realize efficiencies within realm of responsibility. Supporting and leading other R&C or Group Risk Management initiatives (i.e. working groups / workstreams). Supporting the organization in implementing an effective and efficient risk management and internal control framework in a collaborative manner. Fostering risk and control awareness across the organization, at all levels of staff, by working with first line management and second line functions. Building and maintaining successful professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Supports Management in recruitment activities (as required), onboarding new team members and evaluating progress through to regularization. Providing support to R&C Management on administrative and strategic initiatives such as annual planning, maintenance of R&C policies and procedures, maintenance of R&C tools, preparation of materials for internal presentations / trainings, process efficiencies and automation. Manage the R&C mailbox for the distribution of SOC reports internally and externally. Maintaining expertise and pursuing training to keep abreast of new and proposed developments in the areas of responsibility and considers the impact on the company through various industry organizations. Qualifications About You: The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Internal Audit, or Finance from an accredited college / university. Philippine’s Certified Public Accountant (CPA) professional qualification is preferred. A relevant and recognized professional qualification such as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and / or equivalent level within Risk Management is desirable. Four to eight years’ experience of working in accounting / risk management / internal controls / external audit / internal audit function is preferred. Experience with a Big 4 audit firm is an asset. Experience with the Fund Administration, Private Equity and / or Real Estate industry is preferred. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite is expected. Excellent written and spoken English is a pre-requisite. Key competencies and characteristics: Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills (oral and written). Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Sound risk-based and root cause analysis. High attention to detail. Strong accountability and drive for results. Reliable self-starter that is able to work both independently and within a team environment. Pro-active with good organization and prioritization skills. Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities. Inspires and energizes others through enthusiasm and a can-do attitude. Service oriented. Adaptable to change. Creative and innovative. Strive for continuous improvement. Our Benefits Your well being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. We recognize diversity as a source of organizational pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection. #J-18808-Ljbffr