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Mutual Fund Accountant

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Robert Half

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United States , New York

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Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Mutual Fund Accountant to join our team in New York, New York. This role offers the opportunity to work with a leading asset management firm, where you will play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting fund operations. Initially, the position will require working in the office for the first three months, transitioning to a hybrid schedule thereafter. Candidates must be located in the New York area.

Job Responsibility:

  • Reconcile third-party fund accountant reports to internal records
  • Lead and assist with the research of various fund accounting issues, both within the Fund Accounting group and across the Firm
  • Gather and analyze internal historical data for special requests and regulatory reporting
  • Draft procedural documents as the Senior Associate learns the distinct roles and responsibilities of the Department’s team members
  • Input and maintain various data points within internal systems
  • Support daily accounting reconciliations and reporting of cash availability to Portfolio Managers
  • Assist with the creation and review of various marketing materials while gaining exposure to the Funds’ and the Firm’s investment trends and philosophies
  • Participate in the oversight of the daily fair valuation process, including recommending prices for fair-valued securities, as necessary
  • Review of financial statements and other regulatory reports
  • Assist with the oversight of registered fund tax compliance, including reviewing deliverables from third‑party providers and preparing internal analyses related to tax efficiency and distribution planning

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in fund accounting
  • Minimum of 2 years of Public Accounting/Audit/Tax Experience
  • Strong knowledge of fund accounting principles and processes
What we offer:
  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 05, 2026

Work Type:
On-site work
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