Specialist, Financial Reporting, Hedge Fund Services at Northern Trust

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

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

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, Hedge Funds, Asset ManagementIndustries

Strong technical accounting skills including working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, IFRS and Broker Dealer accounting and reporting standards
Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills (“solutions-oriented” mindset)
Client relationship focused (internal and external relationships)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and with accuracy
Bring an ownership mentality toward work with an innate commitment to continuous improvement
5+ years’ of accounting experience with emphasis in Financial Reporting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
A College/University or master’s degree in accounting
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of Workiva preferred but not required

Lead the annual year-end audit process, including planning and coordination with the client and external auditors as well as internal team members, review and delivery of financial statements and footnotes, including under both US GAAP and IFRS
Research, analyze and document new accounting pronouncements and the impact on current or proposed transactions/policies
Dedicated to servicing a global, multi-strategy hedge fund with several billion dollars in assets under management
Identify, develop, and execute on process improvements including major technology initiatives focused on increasing the scalability of our financial reporting processes and providing solutions to client mandates
Acquire content knowledge to function as the team Subject Matter Expert on financial reporting topics and act as a point of escalation to ensure accuracy and responsiveness
Complete quality checks and reviews on year-end financial reporting packages and reports
Develop and maintain detailed process documents for financial reporting topics
Work collaboratively and provide ongoing financial reporting support for both clients and internal teams
Communicate client expectations and deadlines across business units involved
Consult with clients on a regular basis to ensure satisfaction