Summary

The Financial Reporting group provides internal and external clients with assistance related to the annual audits and/or interim regulatory SEC filings across a diverse set of registered mutual funds and non-registered funds, including, but not limited to, common and collective trust funds, partnerships, and hedge funds that invest in a wide array of investment strategies and asset classes. 

The group is responsible for the preparations and reviews of fund financial statements in a timely manner while also ensuring accuracy and quality of the reports. The group provides assistance to audit firms in the processes and procedures associated with their annual fund audits for both the registered and non-registered fund base, as well as ensuring the timely and accurate filings of the SEC Forms N-CSR, N-MFP and N-PORT Part F for the registered mutual fund base.

The group is currently looking for a Team Leader who possesses experience and expertise in the matters of U.S. GAAP, SEC filings and has deep working knowledge of derivatives.    

Working Model: Hybrid

We have a balanced hybrid working model to ensure you get the flexibility you need, and the successful candidate will spend their time between working in the office and working from home.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Detailed knowledge of Mutual fund/non-registered fund financial statements, and prior experience in review thereof
• Working knowledge of 1940 Act rules & regulations, forms N-CSR, N-MFP, N-PORT Part F & N-CEN
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including such topics as ASC 815 & 820
• Knowledge and experience with DFIN Arc Reporting and Bloomberg are a plus.
• Detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to make difficult decisions and work with limited supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage ambiguity and complexity
• Strong performer with high standards of integrity & work ethic

Major Duties:

Review of staff preparations of fund financial statements and schedules of investments as well as coordination and drafting of the notes to the financial statements for annual and semiannual shareholder reports for registered and non-registered funds. Review of schedules of investments for registered funds N-PORT Part F filings.  Coordination of audits related to staff assignment of auditor open items and client questions and comments.  Technical resource for staff regarding questions related to new investment/derivative products, financial statement preparation questions and auditor questions.  Assist with the on-boarding of new clients Complete ad hoc duties and or projects as assigned.

Experience required:

• 4 - 6 years of recent experience in Fund Administration/Financial Reporting industry or related relevant industry
• 2 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Degree in accounting/finance or CPA preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft products
• Knowledge of Global InvestOne, Bloomberg and financial reporting systems a plus
• #LI-GG1
• #LI-Hybrid

Salary Range:

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.

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