What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fund Accountant position at William Blair?
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We are seeking a Fund Accountant to perform accounting and administration functions for a mutual fund including: calculate and track daily, monthly and quarterly mutual fund transactions for several funds, such as Net Asset Valuations (NAVs), return calculations, asset reconciliations, etc.; process expenses and vendor payments for the funds; draft Board of Trustee’s materials, quarterly financial statements, as well as reports for mutual fund marketing and external reporting agencies. Other specific responsibilities may include:
This role is eligible for either a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance) and/or commission-based incentives.
Our featured benefit offerings include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, Maven family & fertility benefit, parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits.
Salary Range
$65,000—$95,500 USD
William Blair is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with all laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in employment practice because of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, marital status, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, unfavorable discharge from the military service or on the basis of a physical or mental disability that is unrelated to the employee's ability to perform the duties of the job applied for. EOE m/f/d/v
Be aware of hiring scams: William Blair has clear processes and guidelines with regards to recruiting. We do not request personal financial information in connection with an employment application nor does William Blair extend any employment offers without first conducting an interview through one of its registered offices. William Blair does not use instant messaging services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage as part of the recruiting or interviewing process.
Note to External Recruiters / Search Firms: William Blair does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Any unsolicited resumes received will not be considered as a valid submission.
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Join William Blair, the Premier Global Boutique.
William Blair has delivered trusted advice for nine decades, and we continue to deepen our expertise and relationships across regions, asset classes, and markets throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
We are committed to our people and culture, values, clients, and local communities.
What sets us apart is that we are an independent partnership, with employees who have unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients’ evolving needs amid dynamic market conditions and varying industries.
We strive to attract the most qualified, passionate candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management, and a variety of other business functions.
We work tirelessly to create an inclusive culture and take pride in fostering employees’ professional and personal growth. We empower our people to bring their best thinking each day so we can deliver the tailored, thoughtful work and problem-solving abilities that our clients expect.
Equally, we are proud of our long-term partnerships with the communities in which we live and work, a legacy we inherited from our founder.
We invite you to learn about how we are seeking excellence in everything we do and empowering our clients’ success with passion, creativity, and rigor. For more information, visit williamblair.com.
We are seeking a Fund Accountant to perform accounting and administration functions for a mutual fund including: calculate and track daily, monthly and quarterly mutual fund transactions for several funds, such as Net Asset Valuations (NAVs), return calculations, asset reconciliations, etc.; process expenses and vendor payments for the funds; draft Board of Trustee’s materials, quarterly financial statements, as well as reports for mutual fund marketing and external reporting agencies. Other specific responsibilities may include:
- Prepare review materials for daily Net Asset Valuations (NAVs) for mutual funds. Prepare and maintain a daily comparison to fund benchmarks and other metrics and disseminate on timely basis.
- Review and report daily cash projections. Document large trades and resolve and discrepancies with fund administrator. Disseminate pertinent data to portfolio implementation and trading teams.
- Prepare supporting documentation and schedules for the quarterly Fund Fact sheets. Review Fact Sheets for completeness and accuracy.
- Process vendor payments, including intermediary payments for the funds and ensure fees are recorded appropriately on the general ledger accounting system. Review and analyze funds’ expense ratio calculations and monthly accruals.
- Assist in preparing audit work papers and Board of Trustee’s materials. Prepare first draft of the funds’ quarterly financial statements, as well as data for mutual fund marketing and external reporting agencies. Complete financial reporting and tax reporting checklists and documentation.
- Audit investment reports, cash statements, and supplemental reporting to verify that data is correctly posted and transactions properly classified. Investigate and resolve audit discrepancies.
- Participate in other projects as directed by the team’s manager.
- Additional responsibilities as requested.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required
- 1 to 3 years accounting experience (either full-time or internship experience)
- Understanding of basic accounting.
- Strong PC literacy skills in a Windows environment with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Access and Word)
- Ability to display consistently high attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels of management
- Strong interpersonal and analytical skills and work ethic
This role is eligible for either a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance) and/or commission-based incentives.
Our featured benefit offerings include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, Maven family & fertility benefit, parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits.
Salary Range
$65,000—$95,500 USD
William Blair is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with all laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in employment practice because of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, marital status, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, unfavorable discharge from the military service or on the basis of a physical or mental disability that is unrelated to the employee's ability to perform the duties of the job applied for. EOE m/f/d/v
Be aware of hiring scams: William Blair has clear processes and guidelines with regards to recruiting. We do not request personal financial information in connection with an employment application nor does William Blair extend any employment offers without first conducting an interview through one of its registered offices. William Blair does not use instant messaging services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage as part of the recruiting or interviewing process.
Note to External Recruiters / Search Firms: William Blair does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Any unsolicited resumes received will not be considered as a valid submission.
Download William Blair's Privacy Policies For Job Applicants
- California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice (CCPA)
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Salary : $65,000 - $95,500
