Fund Financial Reporting Analyst

Ledgent Technology; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent Technology is seeking a Fund Financial Reporting Analyst in California. This contract role provides responsibilities for preparing mutual fund financial statements and regulatory reporting, aligned with US GAAP.

You will collaborate with Fund Accounting, Legal, Tax, and external auditors, support annual audits, and review GL accounts and reconciliations.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years of relevant experience, and strong Excel skills; CPA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting, financial reporting, or audit experience.
• Experience with mutual funds, ETF, or investment management industry.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Experience working with external auditors and regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review mutual fund financial statements and regulatory reports.
• Prepare workpapers and schedules supporting financial statements and audits.
• Analyze fund statements and disclosures for accuracy.
• Assist with annual audits and respond to auditor requests.
• Review GAAP accounting transactions, GL accounts, and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Fund Accounting, Legal, Tax, and external auditors.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

ArcReporting

Job description

Fund Financial Reporting Analyst (JN -102026-433300) Foothill Ranch, California

Salary: USD61.33 - USD61.33 per hour

Duration – 6 Months

Location – Irvine, CA 92618

Pay Range – $55.81 to $61.33

Fund Financial Reporting Analyst

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review mutual fund financial statements, shareholder reports, and related regulatory reporting deliverables.
• Prepare and review workpapers and schedules supporting financial statements and audits.
• Analyze fund financial statements, disclosures, financial highlights, and other reporting data for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with annual audits, including preparation of audit support and responses to auditor requests.
• Review accounting transactions, general ledger accounts, and reconciliations in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP).
• Collaborate with internal business partners (including Fund Accounting, Legal, Tax, Valuation), offshore resources and external auditors to resolve accounting, reporting, and disclosure matters.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial statement presentation, and analysis/reporting of financial data.
• Knowledge of GAAP and SEC accounting and reporting requirements applicable to mutual funds and investment companies preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Donnelley Financial Solutions (“DFIN”) ArcReporting application is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, strong aptitude for numbers, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA is a plus.
• 5+ years of accounting, financial reporting, or audit experience.
• Experience in the mutual fund, ETF, or broader investment management industry, including accounting, financial reporting, or audit functions preferred.
• Experience with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements preferred.
• Experience working with external auditors and regulatory reporting requirements is a plus.