Fund Accountant - Non Exempt

Qualified candidate will: (1) report and verify mutual fund data to clients, internal business groups and database companies; (2) complete reconciliations and research breaks; (3) update and maintain M/F database; and (4) record trade instructions and income accruals. Duties may also include: completion of financial statements, reconcilements on holdings, accruals, trades and cash balances and verifying tax statements that are issued to the Tax Department.

Job Description:
Qualified candidate will: (1) report and verify mutual fund data to clients, internal business groups and database companies; (2) complete reconciliations and research breaks; (3) update and maintain M/F database; and (4) record trade instructions and income accruals. Duties may also include: completion of financial statements, reconcilements on holdings, accruals, trades and cash balances and verifying tax statements that are issued to the Tax Department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mutual Fund Data Management: Maintain and verify mutual fund data across internal systems, client channels, and third-party vendors. Record trade instructions and income accruals within accounting systems.
• Reconciliations & Break Resolution: Perform daily reconciliations across trade capture, cash balances, holdings, and accruals. Investigate discrepancies and resolve breaks between internal records and external sources.
• Trade & Cash Operations: Support trade capture processes (largely automated) while validating accuracy and identifying mismatches within accounting systems.
• Reporting & Compliance: Prepare financial statements, validate data against internal records, and verify tax reporting prior to submission. Provide reporting support to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Project & Process Support: Contribute to team initiatives focused on process improvement, automation, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance (Associate s considered, but Bachelor s preferred)
• 2 4 years of financial services experience (mutual funds or asset management preferred)
• Experience with trade capture, cash reconciliation, and financial reporting processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to investigate discrepancies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with mutual fund data, reconciliation platforms, or accounting systems
• Exposure to client reporting or data integrity functions
• Familiarity with automation tools or process improvement initiatives

Additional Information:

• Duration: 12 month contract opportunity
• Hybrid Work Model: 4 days onsite required weekly in Lake Mary, FL
• Shift: Monday - Friday, 9AM - 6PM
• Rate Range: $33-38/hr. W2 (based on experience)