Fund Accountant, Investment Fund Services

Investment Fund Services Accounting Team MemberThe Investment Manager Services Division (IMS) at SEI is growing rapidly and is seeking new members on our Investment Fund Services accounting team. Our primary goal is to provide exceptional accounting and administration servicing for our clients' assigned mutual funds, CITs, ETFs, and other pooled vehicles. As a Fund Accountant, you will act as an intermediary between the funds and their investment managers and serve as the official record keeper for the funds.

This is an entry level position, where training and support will be provided.What you will do:Your skills in accounting will be used by calculating the funds' daily investable cash, expenses, and income. You will calculate and report the funds' daily Net Asset Values (NAV's). You will process shareholders' activity and perform timely reconciliations to the fund's transfer agent.

You are responsible to communicate the transactions associated with the fund(s) and work closely with internal and external clients to provide accurate and thorough accounting packagesAs the record keeper for the funds, you will be involved in the support of various year-end audit engagements in accordance with GAAP accounting standardsYou will correspond with external investment managers regarding day-to-day fund inquiries including entering security trades, fee payments, cash position breaks, and reconciliations. Client engagement and a dedication to quality service is a must for successWe want you to succeed and look for future solutions! Through attending and participating in various IMS and corporate professional development sessions, you will acquire the tools to identify processes across the division and organization.

You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team and grow your careerWhat we need from you:BA / BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or equivalent experienceInternship experience preferred.Intermediate skills in Microsoft ExcelThe self-motivation, organization and drive to complete multiple client deliverables in a timely manner without sacrificing excellence or qualityStrong written and verbal communication skills as you will primarily support your clients through email and/or phone callsStrong customer service skills as you will be communicating daily with your clients and other service providersWhat we would like from you:An aim to broaden one's knowledge of the financial services industry by learning new concepts and systems and taking the initiative to apply it to daily work assignmentsAttention-to-detail to ensure that all deliverables consistently meet the highest standard of quality and accuracyCollaboration with internal and external stakeholders. As the needs of our clients change, we need to be flexible to change with themPositivity and congenial approach in assisting both colleagues and clients and the ability to work in team environmentCuriosity, critical thinking and attention to detail: Whether it is to identify a solution to a problem or possibly help implement a more efficient process or procedure, your skills have a place in our businessSomeone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun. Please see our website for more information.For this position, SEI is not hiring individuals who require sponsorship for employment or continued employment now or anytime in the future.SEI's competitive advantage:To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment for most roles, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more…