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Lead Manager, Vice President
BNY MellonLead Manager, Vice President
Jan. 2022
Financial Reporting Manager, VP
BNY MellonFinancial Reporting Manager, VP
Jul. 2018 - Jan. 2022Greater Boston AreaThe Financial Reporting Department within BNY Mellon is responsible for the preparation of financial statements for clients and for the management of all aspects of the audit process. The Department has responsibility for a broad range of funds and produces financial statements under IFRS and US GAAP. My assignments include: § Overseeing Financial Reporting functions for a portfolio of clients and building trusted relationships with key contacts/stakeholders. § Leading working relationships with auditors and clients, making adjustments to financial reports and ensuring they accurately depict fund performance. § Collaborating with appropriate teams globally to ensure consistent service delivery, client satisfaction, and service is provided in line with regulatory requirements and in accordance with agreed upon operating procedures. § Actively communicate with senior management, including directors of both existing and prospective clients, and present fund reports to Board of Directors to ensure good governance. § Develop and implement policies and procedures that adhere to corporate standards and deliver optimal productivity. § Support the identification and cultivation of expanded business potential with existing clients through regular client interaction and assist the Relationship Management organization in responding to new business opportunities. § Managing/assisting with special projects, new regulations and/or client development. § Recruiting, directing, motivating and developing staff, maximizing their individual contribution, their professional growth and their ability to function effectively with their colleagues as a team. § Responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of the allocated team's output and providing performance feedback, the achievement of team goals and objectives, talent management and supervision of my team members. § Proactively managing risk at the business level and being accountable for all steps of the preparation of financial reports.
Treasury Services - Consultant
JPMorgan Chase & Co.Treasury Services - Consultant
May. 2018 - Jul. 2018Greater Boston AreaServicing investment companies, I was tasked to: § Coordinate and monitor fund administration group activities and ensure compliance with Fund Prospectus, Statement of Additional Information, Investment Company Act of 1940, and Internal Revenue Code. § Identify and provide guidance to supervisor and staff on treatment of complex financial instruments and complex compliance issues. § Coordinate and monitor fund administration group activities in performing monthly expense projections and accruals, monthly calculation of asset-based fees, and disbursement analysis. § Identify and provide guidance to supervisor and staff on treatment of complex financial transactions and arrangement to ensure proper recording of expenses. § Coordinate and monitor fund administration group activities in preparing monthly Management reports and quarterly Board reporting on fund operations (including financial statements, portfolio characteristics, compliance summaries, and disclosure of significant affiliate and other transactions. § Act as the primary contact for client inquiries, requests and ad hoc projects on compliance and treasury issues. § Coordinate audits across multiple departments, respond to internal and external inquiries. § Support financial reporting by reviewing semi-annual and annual reports for integrity of data. § Work with legal counsel on Prospectus and Statement of Additional information updates. § Respond to staff questions regarding regulatory provisions. § Review and monitor regulatory filings for compliance issues. § Assist in developing and adjusting department procedures and systems enhancements. § Work with tax department to calculate fund distributions to ensure compliance with IRS distribution requirements. § Provide feedback and coaching to supervisors and staff, conduct performance reviews, and establish performance objectives.
Managing Member
T & A Real Estate InvestmentsManaging Member
Jun. 2016 - Mar. 2020Greater Boston AreaCompany specializing in real estate investing. My tasks consist primarily in: § Analyzing and valuating real estate market/sales in Boston and surrounding cities. § Identifying undervalued investment properties with a potential of high yield. § Acquiring properties through private sellers or public auctions. § Working with a team of attorneys to insure smooth acquisitions and remedy property title issues. § Designing, budgeting and planning remodeling and improvements with contractors. § Staging and marketing improved properties with the assistance of experienced brokers.
Fund Admin Assistant Director, Officer
State StreetFund Admin Assistant Director, Officer
Jul. 2014 - Jun. 2016Boston, MAMy tasks include servicing investment companies, by: § Developing solutions and providing counsel to ensure effective decisions are reached by employing timely, rigorous and logical analysis. § Comprehending the scope of services offered to clients, reviewing them with the staff and managers and demonstrating technical expertise. § Managing relationships of assigned clients and ensuring the staff and managers meet all client deliverables. § Ensuring effective use of automation and making recommendations for current system enhancements. § Overseeing the effective coordination of activities between multiple departments within State Street and managing the resolution of clients and auditors’ issues. § Providing coaching and development opportunities to staff and completing/delivering performance reviews. § Conducting interviews and making effective recommendations to hire, discipline, control work, determine promotions, and terminate employment. § Ensuring my team and I anticipate, monitor, actively manage and report all risk and compliance issues, breaches and suspicious activities. § Ensuring the implementation of all standard practices, processes, tools, etc. and initiatives (ESP, Re- Engineering) and technology enhancements (system conversions). § Performing targeted reviews on clients’ financial statements, NQ, Form N-MFP, N-SAR, etc. and ensuring all regulatory filings are completed on time and filing distributed to all parties.
Fund Admin, Manager
State StreetFund Admin, Manager
Feb. 2013 - Jul. 2014Boston, MAMy tasks include servicing investment companies, by: § Reviewing staff level work, ensuring that all deliverables are completed accurately and within the agreed upon time frame. § Participating in the research and resolution of client issues. § Assisting with coordination of activities between multiple departments within State Street. § Documenting procedures for client specific deliverables, volunteering for ad-hoc projects and helping with last minute clients and auditors’ requests. § Attending all relevant training classes and proactively seeking additional trainings to further career development. § Assisting in system setup and/or improvements for new and existing clients. § Assisting in the automation initiatives for various regulatory requirements and disclosures. § Overseeing the preparation of financial statements and monitoring staff to ensure accuracy and to meet deadlines. § Preparing and/or assisting staff in the preparation of complex financial statements when necessary. § Insuring accurate disclosure of all derivatives in the financial statements and notes to financial statements. § Coordinating with Accounting, Tax, Client Operations, and other internal teams. § Assisting in the ongoing offshoring initiatives.
Fund Administrator, Associate II
State StreetFund Administrator, Associate II
Aug. 2010 - Jan. 2013Boston, MAMy tasks include servicing investment companies, by: § Preparing all financial statements (including cash flow statements), disclosure tables (FAS157, FAS161, Affiliate, etc.), tax and other required disclosures. § Following and applying changes in SEC regulations and US GAAP. § Identifying and reporting all risk and compliance issues, breaches and suspicious activities. § Reviewing portfolio turnover calculations and preparing derivative analysis spreadsheets on a monthly basis. § Understanding and meeting all deadlines, managing time accordingly and escalating issues to the officer in charge. § Accurately completing and signing off on all standard operating procedures and checklists. § Documenting procedures for client specific deliverables, volunteering for ad-hoc projects and lastminute requests. § Attending all relevant training classes and proactively seeking out additional trainings to further career development.
Financial Assistant
SI & Telecom ConsultingFinancial Assistant
Jan. 2010 - Jun. 2011Rabat Prefecture, Morocco
Tutor
UMass BostonTutor
Jan. 2008 - Jun. 2010
Intern
Ministry of Economy and FinancesIntern
Jul. 2005 - Aug. 2005Rabat Prefecture, Morocco

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