Job Description

SS&C is a global provider of investment and financial services and software for the financial services and healthcare industries. Named to Fortune 1000 list as top U.S. company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut and has 20,000+ employees in over 90 offices in 35 countries. Some 18,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world\'s largest institutions to local firms, manage and account for their investments using SS&C\'s products and services.The Fund Accountant is responsible for managing the accounting books of an assigned fund. Also ensuring that the balance sheet and profit and loss account are accurately reported on a timely basis within tight deadlines, and makes certain strong internal controls are maintained in accordance with financial policies.Fresh Graduates are welcomed to apply.Principle Accountabilities:
- Daily Accounting
\xef\x82\xb7 Handle accounting for assigned moderate to moderate complex funds, including review of daily price control checks, P&L reasonableness, inter system reconciliations, ensuring that reconciling items are investigated and resolved, or escalated in a timely manner.
\xef\x82\xb7 Ensure controls are in place and accounts are accurate on a daily basis, providing clear and accurate management information to support decision-making.
- Month End Tasks
\xef\x82\xb7 Fully reconcile the month end trial balance to independent support for the assigned moderate to moderate complex funds.
\xef\x82\xb7 Prepare month end balance sheet reconciliation (ME pack") fully supported with source documentation.
\xef\x82\xb7 Provide insightful commentary for balance sheet and P&L movements.
\xef\x82\xb7 Ensure balance sheet is reported in accordance with relevant accounting standards, Investment Company
- Price Products
\xef\x82\xb7 Daily and monthly product pricing for assigned funds.
\xef\x82\xb7 Understanding the pricing methodology and valuation models for applicable products in sufficient detail to be able to ensure absolute accuracy.
- Other responsibilities
\xef\x82\xb7 Prepare yearend audit packs
\xef\x82\xb7 Answer ad hoc questions from various groups including auditors (internal and external), and the global peer group.
\xef\x82\xb7 Work with portfolio manager and traders for the assigned fund to improve knowledge of financial products and trading strategies.
\xef\x82\xb7 Work with team members in Operations, Investor Services function as necessary.Required:
\xef\x82\xb7 University degree in finance/accounting or commensurate
experience\xef\x82\xb7 Strong analytical skills and business acumen
\xef\x82\xb7 Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
\xef\x82\xb7 Strong verbal and written communication skills
\xef\x82\xb7 Strong dispute resolution and effective problem solving skills
\xef\x82\xb7 Proven team work skills; able to recognize where you can
help the team complete all daily and monthly tasks.
\xef\x82\xb7 Demonstrated customer service and continuous
improvement focus
\xef\x82\xb7 Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS
\xef\x82\xb7 Audit/Control Minded
\xef\x82\xb7 Ability to work in changing, fast-paced work environment
\xef\x82\xb7 Experience or interest in hedge fund and private equity accounting
preferred#freshgraduates #entrylevelUnless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. SS&C offers excellent benefits including health, dental, 401k plan, tuition and professional development reimbursement plan. SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.

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