Ciaran Keenaghan
About Ciaran Keenaghan
Ciaran Keenaghan is a Fund Accounting Supervisor at SEI in Dublin, Ireland, with extensive experience in fund accounting and management roles at various financial institutions.
Current Role at SEI
Ciaran Keenaghan currently holds the position of Fund Accounting Supervisor at SEI in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. In his role, he is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the fund accounting team, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes. His responsibilities include overseeing the production of daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly Net Asset Valuations (NAVs) and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience at SS&C GlobeOp
Before joining SEI, Ciaran Keenaghan worked at SS&C GlobeOp in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. His tenure at SS&C GlobeOp included roles as Associate Manager from 2019 to 2021 and Account Manager from 2013 to 2017. During his time at SS&C GlobeOp, Ciaran was involved in managing and overseeing the production of NAVs, addressing client issues, and implementing process improvements. He facilitated the resolution of queries from internal departments and ensured existing processes were followed while identifying opportunities for enhancements.
Experience at UBS
From 2017 to 2019, Ciaran Keenaghan served as a Product Management Specialist at UBS in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. In this role, he specialized in managing product lifecycles and aligning product strategies with business objectives. His responsibilities included conducting market analysis, developing product roadmaps, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver product solutions that met client needs.
Educational Background
Ciaran Keenaghan holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Studies from Athlone Institute of Technology, which he completed from 2000 to 2005. He furthered his education by obtaining a Professional Certificate in Applied Financial Services from University College Dublin. Additionally, he studied at the Institute of Bankers, achieving the Qualified Financial Advisor (QFA) designation from 2018 to 2020. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in financial services and business management.
Previous Positions in Fund Accounting
Ciaran Keenaghan has extensive experience in fund accounting, having held positions at various financial institutions. His roles included Fund Accountant at Citi from 2008 to 2012 and BNP Paribas Fortis in 2012, as well as at Fortis Private Bank from 2005 to 2008. These positions have reinforced his proficiency in financial reporting and fund accounting, laying a strong groundwork for his career in finance. Notably, his role at BNP Paribas Fortis was based in Sydney, Australia, adding international experience to his portfolio.
Achievements at SS&C GlobeOp
While at SS&C GlobeOp, Ciaran Keenaghan successfully completed MMIF Quarterly Returns on Irish domiciled funds within strict deadlines as requested by the Central Bank. He produced specialized ad-hoc reports and key performance indicator reporting. Additionally, he managed system testing and formalized timeframes for client requests, ensuring solutions and improvements were effectively implemented and communicated.