Staff Accountant - Investment Funds

Company: Citco
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: August 3, 2020

Job Description:

Job Title: Staff Accountant Financial & Regulatory Reporting About Citco Since the 1940s Citco has provided specialist financial services to alternative investment funds, investors, multinationals and private clients worldwide. With over 7,000 employees in 45 countries, we pioneer innovative solutions that meet our clients' evolving needs, and deliver exceptional service. Our continuous investment in learning means our people are among the best in the industry. Citco holds the accolade for being the world's preeminent hedge fund administrator, striking NAVs worth more than twice the assets of its nearest rival and winning awards globally for service excellence and technology innovation. A career at Citco is not just a job - it is an opportunity to excel in an environment that genuinely supports your personal and professional development. About the Role: As a key member of our Financial Reporting group, the Staff Accountant will facilitate the preparation and coordination of financial statement reporting in compliance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Other duties will include the coordination and completion of regulatory reporting services provided to CFS clients, while continuing to engage with clients and auditors throughout the process. Job Duties in Brief:

• Under direct supervision, prepare annual, semi-annual and quarterly financial statements as required. Draft financial statement footnote disclosure as required by the financial reporting standards of the fund.
• Prepare financial highlight disclosures, including calculations of total returns, preparation of per share tables, expense ratio analysis, etc. Perform analysis of the financial statements to verify accuracy to accounting records. Maintain audit support schedules during the year.
• Compile and advise on monthly, quarterly and annual regulatory reports such as Form
• PF, Form SLT and others. Contribute to strong regulatory reporting relationships through interactions with internal parties, client, regulators (SEC) and audit firm personnel
• Obtain working knowledge of the CFS proprietary systems.
• Maintain effective contact/communication within members of the office and other CFS offices at various levels in the organization.
• Begin to build external client contacts, when necessary, and be regularly available and responsive to their interpersonal and business needs.
• Suggest methods and procedures for new work assignments and review with supervisor for input or approval
• Ability to work overtime when necessary.About You:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics with a minimum of 9 accounting credits
  • Relevant accounting internship experience in either an Audit Firm, Hedge Fund, Hedge desirable
  • Fund Administrator, Mutual Fund or other financial institution where the accountant has gained financial products knowledge desirable
  • Previous financial statement preparation experience desirable
  • Good communication skills essential
  • Working knowledge of Excel and Word essentialWhat We Offer:
    • A challenging and rewarding role in an award-winning global business.
    • Opportunities for personal and professional career development.
    • Great working environment, competitive salary and benefits, and opportunities for educational support.
    • Be part of an industry leading global team, renowned for excellence.Remuneration:
      • A highly competitive salary package will be awarded the successful candidate.Confidentiality Assured.

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