Fund Accounting Specialist
Skills
Accounting StandardsCorporate ActionsFinancial InstrumentsFinancial ServicesFinancial TransactionsInvestment ManagementInvestor Reporting
What the job involves
The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting Finance or related field
- Microsoft Office working knowledge
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and fund accounting principles
- Ability to analyze financial data identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues independently
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Relevant work experience as a Mutual Fund Accountant 6-10 years
- Relevant work experience in an Associate role
- Previous middle/back office experience in a financial services firm
Nice to have
- Detail-oriented
- Analytical
- Organized
- Fast-paced mindset
- Process improvement focus
Day to day
- Manage end-to-end fund accounting operations with precision and accountability.
- Calculate and validate NAVs while handling pricing corporate actions and reconciliation breaks across cash stock and transfer agency positions.
- Prepare financial and investor reports support compliance controls and collaborate closely with clients custodians and internal teams to resolve issues quickly.