Manager, Fund Accounting Quality Assurance, Dublin 2

SEI Investments is a leading global provider of asset management and investment technology solutions.The company’s innovative solutions help corporations, financial institutions, financial advisors, and affluent families create and manage wealth. SEI is a people focused organization which encourages and recognizes employee development as being a critical component in the provision of excellent client service. An open, collaborative and detail oriented environment underpins this business objective.

Position Description:

The Manager, Fund Accounting Quality Assurance works closely with the Senior QA Manager to act as the First Line of Defense support function for SEI EMEA’s Fund Accounting operations teams. It involves working toward a consistent, risk-mitigating control framework across Fund Accounting, resulting in improved client service levels and a scalable operating model.

What you’ll do:

Control Framework

Lead the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of the Fund Accounting QA framework covering documentation standards, controls and testing protocols

Ensure all critical processes have documented procedures with clearly defined key controls

Partner with Fund Accounting management to ensure controls are appropriately designed to mitigate operational and client risk.

Quality Assurance Testing

Perform periodic, structured testing of processes and key Fund Accounting controls in relation to NAV production including reconciliations, pricing and P&L reviews, to validate adherence to and effectiveness of the controls.

Incident Management

Review of incident reporting including root cause analysis, remediation and preventative measures

Idea generation and ongoing assessment and improvement of operational service model

Co-ordinate with technical solutions, risk and operations to proactively and effectively move resolutions forward

Compliance and Internal Audit Testing

Ensure any findings and recommendations where applicable are actioned by the relevant teams

Management Reporting

Provide clear and concise reporting on quality trends, recurring issues, and control effectiveness for SEI EMEA senior management

Culture

Champion a culture of high-quality execution and strong operational discipline across the organisation

What you will bring to the table:

Experienced QA, Fund Accounting, or Internal Audit professional with 7+ years in a financial services environment

Strong practical knowledge of Fund Accounting operations, including NAV production, pricing, reconciliations, and error management

Experienced in reviewing existing processes and implementing efficiencies and risk mitigation

Skilled in process mapping, control design, operational testing, and incident analysis

Knowledge of fund administration is an advantage

Attributes we value:

Ability to multi-task, prioritise work and manage time to maximize efficiency and to meet strict deadlines

Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Ability to ask relevant and targeted questions to get to the core of the task

Ability to think logically and sequentially

Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Fluency in English Language (both verbal and written) essential

Individual who takes initiative and ownership of assigned responsibilities

Positive ‘can do’ attitude with excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail

Someone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun

Benefits you can expect:

Healthcare for yourself, your spouse and any dependents under 18 years old. Pension Scheme, Life Assurance & Group Income Protection. Education Assistance, Sports Club Supplement, Tax Saver Travel Benefits, 2 Paid Volunteer Days per year, Employee Share Participation Scheme and Competitive Family & Annual Leave Entitlements.

We are focused on ensuring a healthy work-life balance and offer hybrid working model and flexible working hours.