Senior Fund Accountant

Job Description

Responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting and financial reporting of investment funds (e.g., hedge funds, private equity, mutual funds). The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, assisting in Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Key accountabilities

• Supports the day-to-day financial and compliance operations of a mutual fund, exchange traded fund, closed end fund and/or business development company client.
• Responsible for primary contact with fund clients including coordination of activities and communications of fund operations and service providers such as investment advisor, custodian, transfer agent, fund accountant, attorneys and auditors.
• Duties may include monitoring and/or reviewing a fund budget based on contractual agreements, fee proposals and expense activity trends.
• Help prepare and/or review financial statements for client shareholders and test/review portfolio compliance with SEC, GAAP and regulatory reporting requirements.

Skills & experience required

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience
• One to two years of related work experience
• Some knowledge and understanding of legal, regulatory and accounting principles which directly affect the mutual fund industry and their clients
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office applications

Additional information

• The role offers a hybrid / flexible schedule, which means there's an in office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Accessibility

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you need adjustments at any stage of the application or hiring process, please contact your recruiter for guidance and support.

Total Rewards

U.S. Bank is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices in line with local regulatory and legal requirements. Our total rewards approach is designed to attract, retain, and support top talent while ensuring equal pay for work of equal value.

We offer a market competitive compensation package that includes:

• Clearly defined salary ranges aligned with industry benchmarks and internal equity standards.
• Performance based incentives for eligible employees (as defined by relevant plan rules), awarded through transparent, objective criteria that recognize both individual and company performance.
• Inclusive equitable benefits that are accessible to all employees and focused around our 3 main pillars of financial wellbeing, health & wellness).
• Continuous development opportunities including training, education support, and career progression pathways based on inclusive and transparent criteria.
• Employee recognition programs that celebrate achievements and milestones for all.

We regularly review our compensation and benefits to ensure they remain competitive, inclusive, and responsive to employee needs and market trends. Further details of the compensation package will be provided upon application.

We encourage candidates to explore the full value of our offer, including monetary and non monetary benefits.

Closing Date

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants. We aim to provide timely updates throughout the process and encourage early applications to ensure consideration.