Fund accountant - non exempt

Job Description:

Qualified candidate will:

• report and verify mutual fund data to clients, internal business groups and database companies;
• complete reconciliations and research breaks;
• update and maintain M/F database;
• 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)