Duties & ResponsibilitiesOversee the daily, weekly, and monthly activities of a fund accounting team consisting of individuals varying in skill levels from Manger to entry level Fund Accountants. Interacts with clients and ensures team delivers daily NAV accounting, pricing, review, and reconciliation functions for funds for several client mutual funds.
- Manage a teams of fund accounting managers
- Ensures team receives technical, industry and client specific training and acts as a resource for the team
- Manages manager time, salary, and performance records; initiates change of assignments, salary increases, conducts performance appraisals and management activities, and recommends staffing changes
- Develop and communicate performance objectives and individual development plans for managers. Works with Managers to do same for their teams.
- Collaborate with Human Resources on any disciplinary action needed
- Act as escalation point for any issues the team is experiencing
- Assess current policies and procedures
- Escalation and strategic contact for clients being serviced by the team
- Manage client launches for Fund Accounting, including working with the advisor to establish the appropriate fund set-up, pricing policies, reporting needs, trade delivery methods, etc. to ensure a smooth transition.
- Support Managers to ensure audit requests for various auditors, both internal and external requests are complete and timely.
- Work with Head of fund Accounting to improve system functionality and prioritize enhancements needed for efficiency
- Oversee testing for new releases to the accounting system and assist presenting the upgrade features to the Fund Accountants
- Develop/maintain strong working relationship(s) with advisors, traders, trading assistants, portfolio managers, custodians and auditors
- Identify and propose solutions for daily accounting and pricing issues
- Partner with various internal/external parties to ensure compliance with SEC, IRS, and GAAP reporting regulations.
- Review management exception reports - escalate and facilitate any necessary changes to the system
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge & SkillsMINIMUM:
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills and advanced Excel skills. Demonstrated aptitude and experience with in-house software
- Demonstrated managerial and teamwork skills
- Strong understanding of the industry and the changing environment while anticipating client needs
- Strong relationship development skills and an aptitude for client service
- Exhibit initiative in a high performing culture and have a track record of meeting or beating deadlines
- Demonstrates excellent work habits, attendance, and attitude
- Required to communicate effectively with clients and/or coworkers using common telecommunication and computer equipment
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task
- Demonstrate initiative both independently and within a diverse team or with a diverse range of people
- Experience managing in office, hybrid and fully remote associate team
- Proven ability to mentor and develop team members
RequirementsMINIMUM:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Investment Banking, Economics, International Business. or any combination of education experience that would provide an equivalent background
- Ten (10) years Funding accounting or related experience
- Three (3) years Supervisor or Management experience, preferably in Fund Accounting
PREFERRED
- Certified Public Accountant
Work Environment:Typical office environment. Occasional overnight travel may be required.
Supervision: Manages a team of Fund Accountants including oversight, hiring, selection and performance management.
This position was posted on 08/28/2026. The application deadline for this position is 45 days from the posting date unless filled earlier.
Compensation Range:$141,354 - $207,900
The posted compensation range on this listing represents UMB's good faith and reasonable estimate based on its budget and what it expects to be the starting pay for this role, but the actual compensation may vary by geographic location, experience level, and other job-related factors. Please see the description of benefits included with this job posting for additional information.
UMB offers competitive and varied benefits to eligible associates, such as Paid Time Off; a 401(k) matching program; annual incentive pay; paid holidays; a comprehensive company sponsored benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage; health savings, flexible spending, and dependent care accounts; adoption assistance; an employee assistance program; fitness reimbursement; tuition reimbursement; an associate wellbeing program; an associate emergency fund; and various associate banking benefits. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements vary.
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