Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a skilled Fund Accountant to join our team in Boston, Massachusetts. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in monitoring fund compliance, preparing financial statements, and ensuring accurate reporting. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a strong background in finance and accounting who are eager to contribute to a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
• Monitor compliance with investment restrictions to ensure adherence to regulations.
• Calculate fund distributions and prepare detailed projections and billings.
• Compile monthly financial statements and related reports with accuracy.
• Process and review security-level prices provided by various pricing vendors.
• Analyze price changes, comparing them against market expectations.
• Communicate effectively with pricing vendors to resolve discrepancies and mitigate risks.
• Address internal client queries promptly and professionally.
• Escalate critical issues to supervisors in a timely and effective manner.
• Support the ongoing development and enhancement of pricing control processes.
• Maintain accuracy under pressure while consistently meeting deadlines.• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong numerical and mathematical skills with a keen analytical mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Familiarity with financial markets and products, including stocks, bonds, options, and derivatives.
• Demonstrated interest and understanding of investment instruments and strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage vendor communications effectively.
• Ability to work efficiently in high-pressure situations and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate financial reports.