Accountant, Fund Accounting

Summary

Fund Accounting provides valuation, fund accounting and administration services for Global Fund Service clients. The Unregistered Fund Accounting department delivers net asset values and reporting to clients in accordance with fund objectives and at any frequency. 

Accountants operate under general supervision but work on own most of the time. They work on large and/or complex clients. Accountants carry out relatively complex, extensive, high profile activities e.g. direct interaction with clients and more senior management. Accountants may lead projects and/or train lower-level staff. Accountants focus on maintenance and implementation of policies and procedures in the function, building towards becoming an area expert.

Knowledge/Skills: 

• Demonstrate excellent analytical, consultative, communication, and judgment skills
• Must have critical thinking, brain storming, and problem solving skills
• Highly motivated and a self starter
• Displays both broad and in-depth knowledge in fund accounting, plus strong knowledge of related areas
• Technically competent to act as first point of reference for day-to-day queries, and serve as a liaison to related areas.
• Demonstrate ability to work well in a team environment

Major Duties: 

• Calculate and deliver timely and accurate net asset values on complex fund structures
• Deliver valuation reports to clients
• Serve as one of the lead contacts for clients
• Ensure all fund transactions and investor activity is properly posted to accounting system
• Run daily valuation audits
• Conduct cash, stock, and income reconciliations
• Apply accounting and finance principals to numerous asset types

Experience required: 

• Minimum 2 years of fund accounting experience. Experience with Sungard Enterprise is a plus. 

About Northern Trust: 

Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to corporations, institutions and affluent families and individuals globally. With over 130 years of financial experience and nearly 20,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

Working with Us:

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company that is committed to strengthening the communities we serve!

We recognize the value of inclusion and diversity in culture, in thought, and in experience, which is why we are honored to receive the following awards in 2021:

• Gender Equality Index Member,  Bloomberg
• Top Financial & Banking Company,  Black EOE Journal, Hispanic Network Magazine, Professional WOMAN'S Magazine

We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of America’s best banks and most sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today.

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