Accounting Manager

U.S. Bank•Milwaukee, WI

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

U.S. Bank Global Fund Services is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to support its Fund Accounting team. The role manages a group of accountants, accounting specialists, and/or support staff responsible for accurate and timely transaction processing, general ledger maintenance and reporting, and administration of accounting controls. The manager trains, motivates, assigns and schedules work, checks results, and assists with staff performance reviews. The position also assists with annual budget preparation, monthly forecasts, and monthly variance analyses; researches and resolves accounting issues and customer questions; and participates in department and company projects, potentially leading smaller projects. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours ranging between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. Central Time depending on team needs. The role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three or more days per week in Tempe, Arizona; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; or Boston, Massachusetts. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience.
Eight or more years of accounting experience.
At least three years of supervisory experience over accounting teams.
Thorough knowledge of accounting, reporting, and analysis.
Ability to identify and resolve exceptions and analyze data.
Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages, including Microsoft Office applications.
Must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures, including its Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Nice To Haves

CPA.
Management experience.
Experience working with exchange-traded funds, mutual funds, or similar products.
Previous fund accounting experience, specifically ETF basket processing experience.

Responsibilities

Manage accountants, accounting specialists, and/or support staff responsible for transaction processing, general ledger maintenance and reporting, and accounting controls.
Train and motivate assigned staff; assign and schedule work; check results; and assist with performance reviews.
Assist with preparation of the annual budget, monthly forecasts, and monthly variance analyses.
Research and resolve accounting issues.
Ensure internal and external customer questions are researched and resolved in a timely manner.
Participate in department and company projects and potentially lead smaller projects.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
Basic term and optional term life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Pregnancy disability and parental leave.
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan.
Paid vacation, from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure.
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities.
Adoption assistance.
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
Incentive and recognition programs.
Equity stock purchase.
Pension.