Senior Fund Accounting Manager, Assistant Vice President

State Street

State Street

Accounting & Finance

Kilkenny, Ireland

Posted on May 13, 2026

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a dynamic Senior Fund Accounting Manager at Assistant Vice President level to join the Fund Accounting Ireland team to lead end‑to‑end service delivery, operational performance, risk, and client outcomes for one of our most significant clients.

Why this role is important to us?

Fund accounting is part of our Investment Services business and is a core service within the Global Delivery team, providing asset owners and managers with access to our essential financial tools to deliver effective investment solutions. Our fund accounting team offers crucial operational service for our global clients.

This role is related to servicing a specific client and is critical given the scale, complexity, and strategic importance of this client within our Ireland and Global Delivery model. The Assistant Vice President will act as the day-to-day contact for this relationship for Fund Accounting, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and strategic alignment with client expectations


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Job Description

Role specifics:

  • Act as the primary point of contact for client, delivering high‑quality client service support.

  • Ensure effective day to day BAU service delivery from the Ireland Fund Accounting team and global operations teams servicing this client and the timely escalation and remediation of issues as they arise. Including execution of

    • NAV oversight

    • Distributions

    • Expense budget, payment and reporting

    • Client and regulatory reporting

    • Accounting query resolution

    • Error resolution and reporting

    • Staff training

    • Review and update department operational procedures, to ensure controls remain effective and mitigate operational risk wherever possible.

  • Collaborate with teams across our global operating model to service our clients.

  • Manage team members and actively participate in their personal and career development.

  • Collaborate with Transformation design initiatives to identify and create efficiencies through technological enhancements and development.

  • Supports delivery of change initiatives for the client, including transitions, launches, and operating model changes.

Managerial:

  • Ensure that your team has clear understanding of their reporting lines, scope of responsibilities (including those delegated to them and those they delegate), objectives, training and competence.

  • Develop effective working relationships and communications with leaders and staff and ensure that the team are motivated, developed and supported.

  • Develop a strong talent pipeline for the team, including succession planning for critical roles.

  • Implement an effective oversight framework for the client service model to ensure that issues are appropriately identified, escalated and resolved.

  • Establish and nurture a culture of ‘Risk Excellence’ within the team, encourage an environment of openness that welcomes effective challenge and supports open discussion.

  • Establish and nurture a culture of individual ownership of tasks to embed a clear individual sense of accountability into staff members’ behaviour in performing their roles.

  • Ensure that the highest level of the Code of Conduct is displayed in your own and staff behaviour.


What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:

  • Primary degree and/or a professional accounting qualification (or equivalent) preferred.

  • Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Fund Accounting or a comparable financial services environment, with proven experience supporting complex fixed income funds and derivative instruments.

  • Proven experience in leadership roles within Fund Accounting or Investment Services, with accountability for large, complex client relationships.

  • Strong leadership capability, with the ability to set and maintain high standards of personal and professional performance and behaviour.

  • Clear, confident communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, employees, and internal stakeholders.

  • Strong delegation, prioritisation, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.

  • Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop teams, supporting both personal and professional growth.

  • High attention to detail, with a strong focus on quality and control.

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.

  • High levels of self‑motivation, resilience, and enthusiasm.

  • Demonstrated ability to make sound, timely decisions in high‑pressure, high‑impact situations.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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About State Street

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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