Entry Level Analyst

Phyton Talent Advisors; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Phyton Talent Advisors in Boston is seeking an entry-level Fund Accountant to assist with daily fund accounting and NAV-related activities. You will review data for accuracy, process transactions, and support corporate actions while collaborating with a senior team.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, analytical thinking, and teamwork. Strong Excel skills and a willingness to learn new systems are essential, with opportunities for growth in a collaborative financial services environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Recent graduates and entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working with numbers and financial data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work U.S. holidays and occasional overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily fund accounting and NAV-related activities.
• Review and verify investment and accounting data for accuracy.
• Support processing of transactions, cash activity, expenses, corporate actions, and capital activity.
• Assist with derivative valuation inquiries and related research.
• Identify discrepancies or breaks and work with senior team members to investigate and resolve them.
• Monitor daily activity and follow up on outstanding items.
• Help ensure daily accounting deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain daily production and tracking reports.
• Communicate with internal teams to help resolve accounting and operational questions.
• Escalate issues when appropriate.
• Assist with management reporting and other team deliverables.
• Participate in process improvement and efficiency initiatives.
• Manage multiple daily responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Team player

Communication skills

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

• Assist with daily fund accounting and NAV-related activities.
• Review and verify investment and accounting data for accuracy.
• Support processing of transactions, cash activity, expenses, corporate actions, and capital activity.
• Assist with derivative valuation inquiries and related research.
• Identify discrepancies or breaks and work with senior team members to investigate and resolve them.
• Monitor daily activity and follow up on outstanding items.
• Help ensure daily accounting deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain daily production and tracking reports.
• Communicate with internal teams to help resolve accounting and operational questions.
• Escalate issues when appropriate.
• Assist with management reporting and other team deliverables.
• Participate in process improvement and efficiency initiatives.
• Manage multiple daily responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Recent graduates and entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Previous internship or exposure to accounting, finance, banking, investments, or financial services is a plus but not required.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working with numbers and financial data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work U.S. holidays and occasional overtime as needed.