Fund Accounting Analyst: NAV & Financial Reporting

Northern Trust Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and pension

Health and welfare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Northern Trust, a global financial services leader, is seeking a candidate for fund accounting and financial reporting support in Chicago. The role covers NAV and close package prep, maintaining fund books, and assisting with year-end statements and audits.

The position emphasizes strong accounting fundamentals, analytical abilities, attention to detail, and collaboration with control teams. A 401k, pension, and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or related field preferred.
• Prior professional fund accounting experience is not required but beneficial.
• Exposure to accounting, finance, investment management or financial services is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of periodic fund NAV and close packages, including supporting schedules and reconciliations.
• Perform assigned fund accounting and financial reporting activities per procedures and controls.
• Maintain and periodically close fund books and records.
• Prepare and analyze supporting financial information and investigate differences with guidance.
• Assist with year-end financial statements and related schedules.
• Provide information to support external audit requests.
• Collaborate with Financial Control and other fund administration teams on fund activity.

Skills

Accounting basics

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Team collaboration

Learning investment products

Excel proficiency

Follow procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business/Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northern Trust, a global financial services leader, is seeking a candidate for fund accounting and financial reporting support in Chicago. The role covers NAV and close package prep, maintaining fund books, and assisting with year-end statements and audits.

The position emphasizes strong accounting fundamentals, analytical abilities, attention to detail, and collaboration with control teams. A 401k, pension, and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.