Fund Administration Accountant - Trust and Private Fund

Fund Administration Accountant - Trust and Private Fund About the Role The private fund administration accountant will work in the Private Fund Administration group in the Finance Department. This person will be responsible for the accounting and administrative operations for various alternative investment and pooled products managed by the firm. Current product responsibilities include three hedge funds (consisting of five portfolios), one bank loan LLC, a Luxembourg SICAV Fund with two underlying portfolios and a family of 46 Collective Investment Trusts and New Hampshire Investment Trusts. This position will participate in all audit engagements throughout the year (two audit cycles- June 30 and December 31). It will require a strong attention to detail, professionalism in handling confidential information, strong organizational and time management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to communicate effectively with employees, outside vendors, and internal stakeholders. It is preferred that the candidate has 2-4 years of accounting experience. This role is a hybrid role with flexibility on days in the office. About the Team This role is Boston based. It will be closely interacting with the larger Finance and HR group across multiple functions; employees located in various states in the US as well as outside vendors as needed. The role will be working with multiple systems (i.e. primarily Microsoft, Excel, Infor, etc.). The role will report directly to the Fund Administration Supervisor at Loomis Sayles & Co. Job Responsibilities Maintain relationship and help provide oversight of the administrators Responsible for oversight of daily, semi-monthly and monthly NAV calculations Prepare and monitor expense budgets monthly Review of monthly shareholder statements Assist in annual audits and financial statement production process Assist in the preparation of annual tax reporting – Form 1065 and K-1s (and PFIC statement, if necessary), preparation of tax lot holdings Prepare deliverables and reports for ad hoc inquiries Monthly general ledger postings and account reconciliation Track cash balances for monthly sweep allocationsPrepare various monthly client deliverables Qualifications & Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required, accounting degree preferred 2-4 years of accounting experience Strong critical thinking skills Accurate and consistent attention to detail Proficiency in Excel (Vlookups, pivot tables, SUMIF) and Microsoft Suite products is required Advanced time management and organization skills Comfort and professionalism handling highly confidential information Excellent oral and written communication skills Self-motivated and committed to excellence Loomis Sayles is committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 USD. Your starting salary will be based on your experience, skills, qualifications and local benchmarking. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award, which is based on individual and company performance. In addition to your compensation, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being and financial security. Core Global Benefit Offerings: Health & Welfare: Medical, dental, and supplemental health plans Retirement Savings Paid Time Off Company-Provided Leave Benefits Life and Disability Insurance Work/Life and Wellness Resources Locally Relevant Perks and Programs EEOC and Diversity Statement Loomis Sayles is deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce in which talented individuals can realize their full potential and contribute to our growth and success. Please consider applying for this role even if your work history and skillset doesn’t completely match the job description. We believe creativity, tenacity and humility are as valuable as specific skills that can be practiced and perfected on the job. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr