Senior Fund Administration Accountant - Transamerica Asset Management

AEGON; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Insurance

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off 160 hours

Job summary

Transamerica Asset Management in Denver seeks an experienced fund accounting professional to oversee service providers and lead reviews of monthly and quarterly financial reporting, NAV oversight, and regulatory filings. You will support audits, manage communications with auditors, and help maintain robust controls across fund administration and custody activities.

The role requires a bachelor’s in accounting/finance and about five years of related experience, with strong Excel/Word skills, SEC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or financial services related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• Generally five years of relevant work experience.
• Proficient Word and Excel skills; Excel macros via Visual Basic familiarity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of SEC financial accounting and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee service provider and perform initial review of monthly and quarterly financial reporting and accounting.
• Review regulatory reporting to SEC, shareholders, and insurance regulators.
• Assist with annual audits and audit documentation with external auditors.
• Support accounting and financial reporting inquiries and daily NAV oversight.
• Develop controls for accounting operations and system applications.
• Oversee fund administration, fund accounting, and custody functions and review budgets and payments.

Skills

Excel macros

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

SEC accounting knowledge

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

State Street fund accounting system

Job description

Job Description SummaryAt Transamerica Asset Management, high performance, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential unleashed by leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there. Who we are:Today, we’re part of an international holding company, Aegon, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.Transamerica Asset Management (TAM) is a division within Aegon Asset Management, an active global asset management firm with investment capabilities that span public and private markets across asset classes, sharing a common belief in fundamental, research-driven active management.What we do:TAM’s vision is to be a valued asset manager by growing a profitable, scalable investment platform that connects the right solutions to our clients’ needs. We provide active fixed income and differentiated equity strategies by following our Investor First process and leveraging the capabilities of our suite of sub-advisers. Our business encompasses approximately $65 billion of net assets under management; consisting of variable insurance funds, retail mutual funds, ETFs, collective investments trusts and other assets.Position Overview:In this position, you will oversee service providers in all fund administration, fund reporting, fund accounting and custody functions.Job DescriptionPLEASE NOTE: This is a hybrid role, where the employee is expected to work a hybrid schedule in our Denver office.Responsibilities:Oversee service provider and perform initial review of monthly and quarterly financial reporting and accounting, both internal and external in accordance with SEC regulations for annual audits in publishable formats, for funds, ETFs, and AEGON fund complex related companies. This includes, but not limited to, N-MFP, N-Q, N-1A, N-SAR, N-PORT and N-CEN.Participate and provide initial reviews of the semi-annual and annual regulatory reporting to the SEC, shareholders, and insurance regulators.Prepare and/or provide initial reviews of various Board of Trustee reports.Support managers with the day-to-day conduct of the annual audits of the funds, which includes overseeing the completion of PBC documents, audit confirmations, and communications with external auditors.Support team members with general accounting and financial reporting inquiries.Review daily financial reporting, including daily NAV oversight, to management and outside agencies, including publishing on the website.Develop process procedures and controls for accounting operations, financial reporting and system applications.Oversee service provider Fund Administration, Fund Accounting and Custody functions and perform initial review of expense budgets and payments, general ledger activity, monthly reconciliations, and fund performance calculations.Perform special assignments as requested.Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or financial services related field, or equivalent education/experience.Generally five years of relevant work experience.Proficient Microsoft Word and Excel skills (fundamental Visual Basic skills specifically related to use of Excel macros).Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent attention to detail.Knowledge of SEC financial accounting and reporting requirements.Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of the fund administrator (State Street) fund accounting, financial reporting, and custody system.**Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to applicable pay transparency and compensation posting laws. It is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid in certain Company locations.**The salary for this position generally ranges between $71,000 - $80,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.Additionally, the position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.Compensation Benefits:Competitive PayBonus for Eligible EmployeesBenefits Package:Pension Plan401k MatchEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTuition ReimbursementDisability InsuranceMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceEmployee DiscountsCareer Training & Development OpportunitiesHealth and Work/Life Balance Benefits:Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of serviceTen (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays)Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward DollarsParental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care childAdoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramCollege Coach ProgramBack-Up Care ProgramPTO for Volunteer HoursEmployee Matching Gifts ProgramEmployee Resource GroupsInclusion and Diversity ProgramsEmployee Recognition ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramsJob and compensation levels depend upon an applicant’s qualifications including the extent of candidate’s relevant experience and other job-related factors and will be determined by hiring supervisors/managers and HR.At Transamerica Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than an Asset Management firm – we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes comes from embracing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences.#LI-BP1#LI-HybridWhy Work for UsAt Aegon Asset Management, we invest in You.Our people are our greatest asset; with a competitive rewards program including incentive compensation, health and wellness benefits, retirement programs, and learning and development opportunities, our employees are engaged and empowered. Come be a part of driving our success!Equal Opportunity Employer:AEGON USA Realty Advisors, LLC, is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of age, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, race, color, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, participation in the uniformed services (e.g. U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard), physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local equal employment opportunities laws.Applicants with physical or mental disabilities may be entitled to a form of reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state and local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will insure equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Aegon Companies. 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