Nicolas Kusak
About Nicolas Kusak
Nicolas Kusak is an Assistant Manager Fund Administration Officer at Banque Lombard Odier & Cie Sa in Geneva, Switzerland, with extensive experience in auditing investment vehicles and fund administration. He has held various positions in finance and auditing across Europe and the United States, including roles at Mazars, KPMG, and PwC.
Work at Lombard Odier
Nicolas Kusak has been employed at Banque Lombard Odier & Cie Sa as an Assistant Manager Fund Administration Officer since 2018. His role involves overseeing fund administration tasks and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. His experience in this position spans six years, during which he has developed expertise in managing various aspects of fund operations.
Previous Experience in Fund Administration
Before joining Lombard Odier, Nicolas Kusak worked at PwC Switzerland as an Assistant Manager Audit from 2016 to 2018. His responsibilities included auditing a diverse range of investment vehicles in the Luxembourg market. He also gained experience at Mazars as an Experienced Senior Audit from 2013 to 2016, where he focused on auditing investment funds.
Education and Expertise
Nicolas Kusak holds a Master of Science in Banking and Finance from Em Strasbourg Business School, which he completed from 2011 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the same institution in 2010. Additionally, he studied International Business at the College of Charleston from 2010 to 2011. His academic background supports his extensive knowledge in fund administration and auditing.
Audit and Advisory Experience
Nicolas Kusak has significant experience in auditing investment vehicles, particularly in the Luxembourg market. He has worked with major service providers such as RBC Investors Services Bank and BNP Paribas Securities Services. His advisory work includes performing Agreed-Upon Procedures, which involve reviewing performance fee mechanisms like High Water Mark and Hurdle Rate.
Involvement in Mergers and Liquidations
Throughout his career, Nicolas Kusak has been involved in the mergers and liquidations of investment funds. He has also contributed to contribution in kind transactions, demonstrating his comprehensive understanding of complex financial operations within the investment fund sector.