Senior Mutual Fund Accounting & Compliance Lead

Northwestern Mutual; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Concierge service

Comprehensive benefits

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Fund Accountant to support the Mutual Fund Administration division. You will oversee outsourced fund accounting and pricing services, coordinate daily valuation controls, and prepare financial statements and related disclosures.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 3 years of accounting experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. CPA or candidate preferred; teamwork and meeting deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Three years of prior accounting experience.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and/or tax accounting for investments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee outsourced service providers including fund accounting and pricing services.
• Coordinate controls over daily valuation of mutual funds.
• Prepare and review financial statements and related financial materials and disclosures.
• Provide financial information for internal and external customers, including regulatory filings.
• Ensure mutual fund compliance with IRS, SEC and regulators.
• Engage in projects related to new products, funds, regulations, and system enhancements.
• Lead small project efforts and assist on complex projects.
• Identify book-to-tax differences and oversee tax calculations for mutual funds.
• Collaborate with internal/external contacts (traders, auditors, custodians, advisors).
• Suggest and review methods to improve processes and controls.

Skills

Analytical ability

Strong communication

Ability to work with limited guidance

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

GAAP knowledge

Job description

Northwestern Mutual in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Fund Accountant to support the Mutual Fund Administration division. You will oversee outsourced fund accounting and pricing services, coordinate daily valuation controls, and prepare financial statements and related disclosures.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 3 years of accounting experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. CPA or candidate preferred; teamwork and meeting deadlines are essential.