Fund Accountant

Job Title Accountant II / Fund Accountant Location Lake Mary, FL 32746 Pay Rate $32.00/hr – $34.68/hr Duration 6 Months (Extension based on performance) Role Summary The Accountant II – Finance (AIIF) is responsible for delivering efficient, SOX-compliant, and GAAP-aligned finance processes from transaction posting through financial close and external reporting periods (monthly, quarterly, annually). This role supports Record to Report (R2R) processes , transforming financial data into actionable information while maintaining accuracy and regulatory compliance. The AIIF may support specific lines of business, regions, or accounting processes , including client onboarding and mutual fund accounting, and participates in rotational assignments to develop a broad understanding of company’s operations, regulatory requirements, and business lines. Key Responsibilities Process general ledger transactions , post journal entries, and perform account reconciliations to ensure trial balance accuracy. Perform basic accruals, adjustments, and other less complex accounting activities as needed. Identify, analyze, and resolve exceptions in financial data. Support audits, ad hoc requests, and special projects as assigned. Capture and report performance metrics at functional, team, and individual levels. Develop and extend collaborative relationships with senior clients, technology, and operational teams , resolving issues and identifying service improvements. Collaborate with Trades, Reconciliation, Valuation, Client Onboarding, and Technology Support teams to deliver superior service. Foot ledger to subsidiary ledger for all funds before converting onto the accounting platform. Standardize new client reporting for intake within the accounting platform using approved technology. Perform static data mapping and validate reports. Review and coordinate with clients and third parties to improve the quality of client instructions . Determine the Net Asset Value (NAV) for assigned funds during each measurement cycle. Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience 3–6 years of total work experience. Relevant experience in mutual fund accounting . Experience with accounting applications such as PeopleSoft is preferred. Skills Strong reconciliation skills and attention to detail. Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and analytical skills . Self-motivated with strong initiative, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities. Strong written and oral communication skills in English. Ability to work flexible hours , including occasional weekends. Preferred Attributes Degree specifically in Accounting or Finance . Strong communication and organizational skills. Experience with large-scale client onboarding or conversions. Seniority level Associate Employment type Contract Job function Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Analyst Industries Accounting, Financial Services, and Investment Banking Equal Opportunity Employer Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dexian