FW: -Business Analyst-Oaks PA

-Business Analyst-Oaks PA

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Documentation of Business requirements
Understanding of GL keeping
Knowledge of NAV (Net Asset Value) and performance returns
Understands/experience with different asset types
Reconciling secondary accounting system data to custodial records
Managing reference data in the accounting engine
Performs period end closes along with completing special reporting specific to each fund
Experience with capital statements creation/distribution
Operational knowledge of activities like support for funds, including banking services, generating wire transfers, bank account transfers, and account set up
Operational knowledge of activities like preparation of financial statements, footnotes, and audit support files
Understanding of fund audits and operation support

REREQUISITE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other related discipline required, Master’s degree preferred
3-5 years of experience with an accounting system like Advent Geneva, Axys or other fund accounting software
3-5 years’ related experience – investment accounting experience preferred
Proficiency in MS Office
Must have intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills, comfortable with simple and moderately complex Excel formulas and tools
Ability to work independently, prioritize, and effectively manage client workload
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of professionals (colleagues, fund managers, investors) verbally and in writing
Ability to analyze financial statements, and understand performance trends

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

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