Financial Reporting Analyst

Phyton Talent Advisors; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BBH is seeking a Financial Reporting Analyst to draft and review financial statements for registered investment funds, prepare regulatory filings, and support the fund reporting team. You will collaborate with senior staff on the timetables, expenses, and regulatory compliance while contributing to process improvements.

The role requires 3–5 years in mutual fund accounting and 1–2 years in financial reporting, with strong organization and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience
• 3–5 years mutual fund accounting experience; 1–2 years financial reporting
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Draft annual, semi-annual, and quarterly financial statements for registered investment companies
• Prepare Forms N-SAR, N-Q, 24F-2, and N-CSR
• Build timetable calendars for financial statement and filing cycles
• Report and communicate performance data to fund management and industry publications
• Prepare fund expense proformas and review fund expenses and accruals
• Coordinate accrual adjustments with clients and the financial reporting team
• Prepare fund expense invoices for authorization and review
• Prepare board books and procedures manuals with the Fund Administration Manager
• Complete special projects as directed by the Team Leader / Fund Reporting Supervisor
• Maintain knowledge of EDGAR and Merrill Reports
• Evaluate enhancements to Eagle/OMEGA and Merrill Reports to automate reporting

Skills

Highly organized & detail-oriented

Problem solving

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Client-oriented, deadline-driven

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

EDGAR

Eagle/OMEGA

Merrill Reports

Job description

The Financial Reporting Analyst drafts annual, semi-annual, and quarterly financial statements and regulatory filings for registered investment companies. The role supports senior team members and managers on fund expenses and general fund financial information, and takes on projects assigned by the Financial Administration Manager. In European offices, the analyst may also review the work of junior staff and help develop the Financial Administration Group.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Regulatory Filings

• Draft annual, semi-annual, and quarterly financial statements for registered investment companies
• Prepare Forms N-SAR, N-Q, 24F-2, and N-CSR
• Build timetable calendars for financial statement and filing cycles
• Report and communicate performance data to fund management and industry publications
• Prepare fund expense proformas
• Review fund expenses and accruals
• Coordinate accrual adjustments with clients and the financial reporting team
• Prepare fund expense invoices for authorization and review

Board & Administrative Support

• Work with the Fund Administration Manager to prepare board books and procedures manuals
• Complete special projects as directed by the Team Leader / Fund Reporting Supervisor

Systems & Process Improvement

• Build and maintain a working knowledge of EDGAR and Merrill Reports
• Evaluate and recommend enhancements to Eagle/OMEGA (BBH's fund accounting system) and Merrill Reports to automate financial reporting and compliance procedures

Regulatory Knowledge

• Maintain a working familiarity with the laws, regulations, and interpretations that govern financial statements and disclosure, including:
• Investment Company Act of 1940
• Internal Revenue Code
• GAAP
• Regulation S-X
• Stay current on regulatory changes affecting funds
• Keep the Financial Reporting Team Leader / Supervisor informed on timetables and workflow
• Coordinate with the Financial Reporting team and other BBH departments as appropriate
• Review junior staff work for adherence to internal policies, procedures, and systems

Qualifications

Education

• BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience; a business-related concentration is preferred

Experience

• 3–5 years of mutual fund accounting or related mutual fund experience
• Including 1–2 years of financial reporting experience

Skills & Attributes

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Strong aptitude for accuracy
• Proven ability to solve problems and recommend solutions
• Able to manage multiple projects at once
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfortable in a client-driven, deadline-oriented environment