Consultant, Fund Accounting at Northern Trust

Luxembourg

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial ServicesIndustries

Proven understanding of multi-region fund structures in a financial services NAV environment
Ability to work under pressure to achieve multiple daily deadlines for client deliverables, with a mature approach
Knowledge of regulatory regulations pertaining to Mutual Funds, Open-Ended Investment Companies (OEICs), and close-ended funds
Financial instrument knowledge – Traditional asset types, Derivatives, and Private Capital Market Assets
Excellent interpersonal skills for consulting with Fund Accounting team, internal departments, Trustees/Depositaries, Custodians, Auditors, and Fund Management Companies
Hold an accounting, business, or mathematical qualification from university
Subject Matter Expert (SME) of one or multiple activities with at least 7 years of relevant core Fund Accounting (FA) experience
Fluent in English
Excellent desktop, IT, and systems skills; experience with SunGard Invest One (key advantage); knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word essential
Excellent analytical, consultative, communication, and judgment skills
Ability to work in a structured pattern, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines

Review and validate NAVs before dissemination to clients, other parties, and markets per NT control framework standards
Ensure reconciliation of cash and security transactions in an efficient and timely manner to minimize team reconciliation items
Validate pricing of portfolios per pricing policy
Respond to client queries in a timely and efficient manner
Monitor recurrent reporting for transmission (internal, to Trustees, Clients, Third Parties) and resolve queries within specific timeframes promptly and professionally
Perform duties per current procedures, challenge and enhance them, and review/redesign as operational model changes
Consult with FA management to drive change and improvement
Liaise with internal departments, Trustees/Depositaries, Custodians, Auditors, key clients, and attend meetings when required
Communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal departments and external bodies, monitoring the same with team members
Work actively and closely with Manager(s) on processes/projects, including leading or assisting in implementing new processes
Train fund accountants and supervisors on all aspects of NAV process and reporting
Act as owner of FA internal and external deliveries (NAV, tax, reporting, etc.)
Participate and take ownership in project management led/sponsored by Section Manager
Serve as key point of contact with direct Section Manager and Client Service Manager (SME)