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Heitmeyer Consulting

Financial Reporting Analyst – Fund Accountant

Heitmeyer Consulting, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


To Apply for this Job Click HereRole: Financial Reporting Analyst – Fund Accountant100% remote (CST hours)12 week contract:

January 8, 2025 – March 28, 2025 (option of 1 week training in December)

SummaryThe Financial Reporting group provides internal and external clients with assistance related to the annual audits and/or SEC filings across a diverse set of investment company types. 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 filing of some SEC forms. The group is currently looking for a Sr. Consultant who possesses experience and expertise in the matters of U.S. GAAP, SEC filings and has deep working knowledge of derivatives.

Knowledge/Skills:

Detailed knowledge of financial statements, and prior experience in review thereof

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including such topics as ASC 815 & 820

Detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage deadlines

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 preparation 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.

Assist with management of the day to day operations of clients, including the organization of reporting cycles.

Assist with management of fund and audit/client cycle deadlines to ensure deliverables are met and completing reviews to ensure accurate and timely filings.

Technical resource for staff regarding questions related to new investment/derivative products, financial statement preparation questions and auditor questions.

Experience Required:

6 – 8+ years of recent experience in:

Financial Reporting group in asset management / financial services industry or

Public Accounting in asset management / financial services industry

3+ years of supervisory or management experience

Degree in accounting or CPA preferred

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft products

Knowledge of Global InvestOne, Bloomberg and financial reporting systems a plus

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