Fund Accounting - Process Improvement Analyst

U.S. Bank; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 81,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) and employer-funded retirement

Paid time off

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

U.S. Bank is seeking an Analyst to implement and support key operational processes and technology enabling Fund Accounting and Operations, with emphasis on automation and scale. You will work on reconciliation automation, data integrity, and system integration using Advent Geneva, Adeptia, Alteryx, and SQL tools.

The role requires collaboration with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams to deliver technology-enabled business solutions and drive efficiency while reducing risk.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or technology or equivalent work experience.
• General knowledge of basic accounting and finance concepts.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Interest in AI technologies and their application within investment operations.

Responsibilities

• Implement, support, and enhance operational processes and technology for Fund Accounting and Operations.
• Focus on reconciliation automation, process optimization, and system integration.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Support ongoing system enhancements and automation initiatives to reduce risk and improve efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Interest in AI technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or technology or equivalent work experience

Tools

SQL Server Management Studio

Adeptia

Alteryx

Advent Geneva

Microsoft Office

Job description

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

Job Description

The Analyst will be responsible for implementing, supporting, and enhancing key operational processes and technology solutions that enable Fund Accounting and Operations to function efficiently, effectively, and at scale within a well-controlled environment.

This role is focused on reconciliation automation, process optimization, system integration, and application support, with primary responsibility for solutions centered around SS&C Advent Geneva, internal databases, and related operational platforms.

The position plays a critical role in assisting in identifying process improvement opportunities, translating business requirements into scalable solutions, and ensuring the stability and effectiveness of core operational applications. Responsibilities include partnering with business stakeholders, supporting ongoing system enhancements, and driving automation initiatives that improve accuracy, reduce risk, and increase operational efficiency.

As a highly visible role within the Alternative Investments business, this position regularly collaborates with application users, vendors, internal development teams, industry service providers, and clients to deliver technology-enabled business solutions and support strategic business initiatives

Basic Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or technology or equivalent work experience
• General knowledge and understanding of basic accounting and finance concepts
• Proficient Computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office applications
• Interest in emerging AI technologies and their application within investment operations and fund accounting

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Good communication, both written and verbal and attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Independent thinking and assessment skills; utilizing critical thinking in problem-solving processes
• Knowledge or experience with ETL tools such as Adeptia, Xceptor, or Alteryx is a plus
• Experience with application and/or production support is a plus
• Experience with Operational software: Applications utilized in this role includes but is not limited to: Advent Geneva, FIS’ IntelliMatch Reconciliation, Adeptia ETL, Alteryx, Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio, and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to learn new topics and work in an evolving business environment

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits:

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $81,345.00 - $95,700.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.