Financial Reporting, Senior Associate

Location: Hangzhou, China

Who we are looking for:

Responsible for preparing, reviewing, analyzing, and delivering end-to-end financial reporting services for clients across APAC, EMEA, and North America in accordance with established procedures. The role requires close collaboration with global stakeholders and a strong focus on accuracy, quality, risk management, and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, while contributing to process improvement, operational excellence, and the continued enhancement of reporting controls and documentation.

Why this role is important to us:

The team you will be joining is part of State Street Global Delivery (SSGD). SSGD gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration and shareholder recordkeeping to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity and real estate, SSGD’s tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

This role offers exposure to global financial reporting processes, cross-regional stakeholder management, and continuous improvement initiatives within a highly controlled financial services environment.

What you will be responsible for:

As Financial Reporting, Senior Associate, you will:

• Prepare and review periodic and ad hoc financial statements, disclosures, and related reporting deliverables in accordance with applicable accounting standards and client requirements.

· Coordinate and manage reporting deliverables, timelines, and stakeholder expectations to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality completion of client reporting obligations.

• Serve as a subject matter expert for financial reporting systems and processes by maintaining data integrity, resolving process queries, and providing guidance, support, and coaching to team members.

· Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across global locations to facilitate issue resolution, obtain required information, and support successful delivery of reporting requirements.

• Maintain a strong risk and control environment by monitoring compliance with procedures, identifying operational risks, and escalating and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Review and enhance reporting processes, documentation, SOPs, process flows, and control frameworks to improve efficiency, consistency, quality, and operational effectiveness.

· Support business initiatives and organizational objectives through process improvement, change management activities, knowledge sharing, and continuous development of team capabilities.

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues, assess risks and impacts, identify root causes, and deliver practical solutions to operational and client challenges in a dynamic environment.

Effective collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with internal teams, clients, auditors, and global stakeholders.

A proactive ownership mindset, with a commitment to continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and delivering high-quality outcomes in a controlled environment.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of relevant working experience in financial services, fund administration, financial reporting, audit, or accounting.
• Postgraduate qualifications or professional certifications such as CFA, CPA, ACCA, or CA, either completed or in progress, are preferred. Relevant experience in a Big 4 or reputable mid-tier accounting firm is also preferred.
• Solid technical knowledge and practical experience in statutory reporting with a strong understanding of IFRS and GAAP requirements and their application.
• Good understanding of managed investment funds, financial services, investment products, and applicable accounting standards.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail, with proven ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and support informed decision-making.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Excel skills including complex formulas, data validation, pivot tables, and financial reporting tools.
• Strong English written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, perform under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and consistently deliver high-quality results.

Additional requirements:

• Overtime may be required during peak reporting periods.
• Ability to work across time zones when required to support global stakeholders and reporting deadlines.

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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