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Financial Reporting Analyst

Boston, MA 02210

Posted: 02/08/2024 Employment Type: Contract To Hire Job Category: Accounting & Finance Job Number: 580284 Country: United States Is job remote?: No

Job Description


Financial Reporting Analyst
6-month contract, extension potential
Location: Boston, MA (hybrid)

$52-57/hr


Must Haves:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years of prior financial reporting experience
  • Mutual fund financial statements review experience
Plus:
  • 2+ years global custody and/or client services/financial markets experience preferred

Job Description/Summary:
The Financial Reporting Analyst reviews drafts of annual, semi-annual, and quarterly financial statements and Forms (N-SAR, N-Q24F-2, and N-CSR) for registered investment companies. The position provides support to senior team members and managers in connection with funds and general fund financial information and also completes various projects as assigned by the Financial Administration Manager. For European offices, the Financial Reporting Analyst may assist in reviewing the work of more junior-level staff members and developing the Financial Administration Group. Draft annual, semi-annual, and quarterly financial statements and Forms N-SAR, N-Q24F-2, and N-CSR for registered investment companies and timetable calendars for such statements.

Responsibilities:
  • Review fund expense proformas.
  • Review fund expenses and accruals; coordinate accrual adjustments with the client and financial reporting team.
  • Review fund invoices for authorization and review.
  • Work with the Fund Administration Manager in board book and procedures manuals preparation.
  • Report and communicate performance data to fund management and industry publications.
  • Develop and maintain a working familiarity with applicable laws, regulations and interpretations governing financial statements and disclosure, including the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Internal Revenue Code, GAAP, Regulation S-X, and other applicable requirements.
  • Maintain awareness of regulatory changes affecting funds.
  • Communicate appropriately with the Financial Reporting Team Leader concerning all timetables and workflow, and communicate appropriately about all relevant matters with other department members within organization.
  • Communicate appropriately with the Financial Reporting team concerning all timetables and workflow.
  • Perform special projects as directed by the Team Leader.
  • Assist in the review of work completed by junior-level staff members.
  • Develop and maintain a working knowledge of EDGAR.
  • Evaluate and suggest enhancements to Eagle/OMEGA (BBH's Fund Accounting system) to automate procedures for financial reporting and compliance purposes.
  • Communicate appropriately with the Financial Reporting Supervisor concerning all timetables and workflow.
  • Perform special projects as directed by the Fund Reporting Supervisor.
  • Assist in the review of work completed by junior-level staff members about internal policies, procedures, and systems as required.
Qualifications/Skills:
  • BA/BS degree and equivalent work experience; Business-related concentration is preferable.
  • 5+ years of mutual fund accounting or related mutual fund experience, including 5+ years of prior financial reporting experience.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
  • Proven ability to problem solve and recommend solutions.
  • Strong aptitude for accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Capable of monitoring and completing a variety of projects simultaneously.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Willingness and ability to work in a client-driven, deadline-oriented environment.

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