Manager of Fund Accounting

CSC; Livingston (NJ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Success Sharing/bonuses

Hybrid or remote work schedules

Job summary

Corporation Service Company is seeking a detailed and client-focused fund accounting professional in the United States. The role encompasses review of accounting records, cash and investment activity, and comprehensive workpapers to support the trial balance.

You will ensure controls, SLA adherence, and interfaces with clients and internal teams to deliver timely, accurate information. Responsibilities include supervising staff, mentoring teams, and driving efficiency projects such as Excel

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Accounting; CPA or CPA candidate a plus.
• Experience in portfolio/investment and partnership accounting required.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, IF/THEN, XIRR, SUBTOTAL, ROUND, named ranges).
• Investran and Geneva experience a plus.
• Proficient in delegating responsibilities, mentoring staff, and overseeing team performance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and client-focused approach.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Review accounting records, supporting schedules, and financial reports for assigned clients.
• Review cash activity, including journal entries and wire transfers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review investment activity, such as purchases and sales, and interest accruals/income.
• Review comprehensive workpapers that fully reconcile and support the trial balance.
• Review IRS Form 1099 in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ability to prepare all above bullets if needed.
• Ensure standard procedures and controls are adhered to.
• Communicate with clients to obtain information, resolve inquiries, and provide status updates.
• Coordinate deliverables with client and internal teams.
• Ensure all processes are in line with the SLA and escalate when needed.
• Support the year end audit process as well as SOC 1 audit and SBA exam.
• Career development, supervision, and training of staff.
• Lead/Participate in projects focused on improving operational efficiency, including automation of Excel-based calculations and enhancement of workpaper processes.
• Ensure that best practices are used by fund accounting team.
• Perform internal tasks, including mandatory training and time tracking.

Skills

Portfolio accounting

Investment accounting

US GAAP

Advanced Excel

CPA candidate

Team leadership

Client communication

Education

BS in Accounting

CPA or CPA candidate a plus

Tools

Investran

Geneva

Job description

• Review accounting records, supporting schedules, and financial reports for assigned clients
• Review cash activity, including journal entries and wire transfers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Review investment activity, such as purchases and sales, and interest accruals/income
• Review comprehensive workpapers that fully reconcile and support the trial balance
• Review IRS Form 1099 in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Ability to prepare all above bullets if needed
• Ensure standard procedures and controls are adhered to
• Communicate with clients to obtain information, resolve inquiries, and provide status updates
• Coordinate deliverables with client and internal teams
• Ensure all processes are in line with the SLA and escalate when needed
• Support the year end audit process as well as SOC 1 audit and SBA exam
• Career development, supervision, and training of staff
• Lead/Participate in projects focused on improving operational efficiency, including automation of Excel-based calculations and enhancement of workpaper processes
• Ensure that best practices are used by fund accounting team
• Perform internal tasks, including mandatory training and time tracking

What technical skills, experience, and qualifications do you need?

• BS Degree in Accounting - CPA or CPA candidate a plus
• Experience in portfolio/investment and partnership accounting required
• Working knowledge of US GAAP
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, IF/THEN, XIRR, SUBTOTAL, ROUND, named ranges)
• Investran and Geneva experience a plus
• Proficient in delegating responsibilities, mentoring staff, and overseeing team performance.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and client-focused approach
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Experience managing client relationships

At CSC, compensation decisions are dependent on a number of factors including job location and the knowledge and experience of each individual. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $100,000 to $140,000.

About Us

CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business.®

Visit our careers site to learn more about CSC and our commitment to our clients, communities, and each other.

CSC is committed to creating a feeling of belonging through a diverse and growth-oriented environment where everyone is valued.

CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit cscglobal.com/service/careers .

We offer a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles. We encourage candidates to work closely with our talent acquisition partners to convey their specific needs. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our broader dedication to diversity and belonging,

CSC only accepts resumes from employment agencies that are part of our approved supplier program. Resumes submitted from other agencies either to talent acquisition, our hiring leaders, employees, or through any other mechanism other than our supplier process, will not be eligible to claim related fees and the submitted resumes will be considered property of CSC.

Disclaimer: The information above describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Why Work with CSC?

At CSC®, we’re always looking ahead, finding ways to innovate, challenge the status quo, and anticipate the needs of our clients. We exceed expectations by adapting client ambitions and goals as our own. This Fierce Client Spirit has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 125 years. It’s also the reason we’re the trusted partner of many of the world’s most successful organizations.

CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose values align with ours. We empower our colleagues to bring the right solutions to market to meet client demand. That’s why we are the leading provider of business administration and compliance solutions.

• CSC is a great place to work with smart and dedicated people.
• We have won several employer recognition awards, including Top Workplace USA, Great Places to Work India, and Built In’s Best Places to Work.
• We offer fulfilling work and career opportunities. Most positions are filled with internal moves and employee referrals.
• Employees are eligible for Success Sharing, bonuses, or commission plans based on role and individual performance.
• CSC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes annual leave, tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, and more.
• As business needs allow, CSC offers hybrid or remote work schedules in alignment with local regulations. Specific details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.