Vaco
Overview
We’ve partnered with a Financial Services Firm in Boston, MA who is looking for an entry-level fund accountant to join its team. Working in their Custodial Banking Operation these roles offer training and opportunity for growth. This position is onsite with potential for hybrid, and the hours are 10am to 7pm.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the daily accounting and valuation of assigned investment funds
Prepare and reconcile fund NAVs (Net Asset Values) on a regular basis
Process and record daily transactions including trades, income, and expenses
Reconcile cash, portfolio, and investor activity with custodians, administrators, and counterparties
Assist in the preparation of financial statements and investor reports
Support the audit process by providing necessary documentation and responses
Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for all fund activity
Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., operations, compliance, investor relations)
Perform ad hoc analysis and tasks as required by senior accountants or managers
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Internship or up to 2 years of accounting or finance experience (preferred but not required)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial markets
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
Compensation & Benefits Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. The salary range is noted in this job posting, where required by local law. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR at the company email address.
Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know that workplace discrimination is illegal.
Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respect your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.
California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
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Key Responsibilities
Assist in the daily accounting and valuation of assigned investment funds
Prepare and reconcile fund NAVs (Net Asset Values) on a regular basis
Process and record daily transactions including trades, income, and expenses
Reconcile cash, portfolio, and investor activity with custodians, administrators, and counterparties
Assist in the preparation of financial statements and investor reports
Support the audit process by providing necessary documentation and responses
Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for all fund activity
Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., operations, compliance, investor relations)
Perform ad hoc analysis and tasks as required by senior accountants or managers
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Internship or up to 2 years of accounting or finance experience (preferred but not required)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial markets
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
Compensation & Benefits Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. The salary range is noted in this job posting, where required by local law. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR at the company email address.
Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know that workplace discrimination is illegal.
Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respect your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.
California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
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