2026 Research Summer Analyst

Quant Blueprint LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Causal office environment

Top-notch benefits

Professional and personal development opportunities

Job summary

Acadian Asset Management LLC, located in Boston, is seeking a team member for their Portfolio Control team, focusing on fund operations oversight and portfolio accounting. This role supports a hybrid work model, with in-office presence required 3 days a week.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field, 1-2 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in MS Office 365, particularly Excel. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant experience in the investment industry.
• Understanding of international market documentation, trading requirements, tax principles.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee portfolio accounting and custody functions.
• Prepare documentation for new account onboarding.
• Oversee fund payments and prepare regulatory filings.
• Maintain market/compliance documentation throughout the fund's life.
• Facilitate tax reporting and address client inquiries.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office 365

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics or Economics

Job description

Acadian Asset Management LLC is a Boston-headquartered investment management firm with wholly owned affiliates located in Singapore, London, and Sydney. As of September 30, 2024, the firm managed approximately US$120 on behalf of major pension funds, endowments, foundations, governments and other investors based in the U.S. and abroad.

Position Overview

The role is in the Portfolio Control team of the investment operations department responsible for all aspects related to fund operations oversight, fund administration, portfolio accounting, account onboarding/startup, tax reporting, market documentation, and proxy voting for client assets under management at Acadian Asset Management LLC.

Acadian supports a hybrid work environment; employees are on-site in the Boston office 3 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Fund Oversight: oversee portfolio accounting, custody and the middle office functions; ensure accuracy of market values and review performance; foster strong relationships with custodians, middle office and brokers; reconcile proxy voting reports and address inquiries from both external and internal parties.
• New Account Startup/Onboarding: prepare documentation to complete custodian welcome packages, complete internal system setups, and act as a liaison between stakeholders.
• Fund Administration: oversee fund payments, process invoices, set budgets, and handle daily accruals; prepare regulatory, compliance, and tax filings; research and resolve breaches; collaborate with external auditors and banks to finalize audited financial statements.
• Market Documentation: open markets for funds and maintain all local market/compliance documentation throughout the life of the fund.
• Tax Reporting: answer client inquiries regarding taxes, facilitate K‑1 and Canadian tax filings, Form5500 and any other tax reporting.
• Operational Strategy: find strategic opportunities to reduce cost, add efficiency, and add value internally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics or Economics preferred.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in the investment industry; understanding of international market documentation, trading requirements, tax and audit principles, and account onboarding processes helpful.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365, emphasis on Excel.
• Detail‑oriented and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Causal office environment.
• Top‑notch benefits.
• Excellent professional and personal development opportunities.

Acadian Asset Management LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy or parenthood, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.