Fund Administration Specialist

GMO•Boston, MA

13d•$75,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an individual to join the Fund Administration team at GMO. The candidate should have at least 2 years of relevant fund reporting experience, whether achieved through previous experience at a public accounting firm, investment management company or fund accounting or fund administration service provider. The individual will work closely with others in the team on our U.S. and non-U.S. based pooled products. The candidate will gain knowledge on our complex product types (including fixed income, domestic and international equities, asset allocation and derivatives).

Requirements

College degree with at least 2+ years relevant experience
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Team player
Ability to solve complex issues
Must be detail-oriented
Use of professional skepticism when appropriate
Experience with various fund structures such as: registered investment companies, multi-class, offshore funds, and master-feeder arrangements
Very strong organizational skills
Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while working under time constraints
Proactive and motivated, able to spot needs and willing to step in and help
Proficient in Excel and Word
Excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

Irish and/or Australian fund experience a plus

Responsibilities

As applicable, review annual and semiannual financial statements, and monthly/quarterly schedule of portfolio holdings for SEC registered funds, hedge funds (onshore and offshore), Australian domiciled funds and Irish domiciled funds
Work closely with the lead public and private fund financial reporting managers to assist in carrying-out tasks
Work with internal groups (e.g., Operations, Legal, etc.) on financial statement disclosures
Interface with the fundsâ auditors to resolve issues including accounting positions taken
Assist with auditor confirmation process for each fundsâ annual audit cycles
Assist with research and documentation of accounting and/or disclosure matters
Assist with research and implement new accounting and reporting rules as applicable
Work with fund accountants and custodians to instruct accounting entries
Work with fund administrators to ensure fundsâ accounting positions and policies are properly executed and presented in the accounting records and financial statements
Assist with the review of various disclosure documents including prospectuses, SAIs, PPMs, offering documents, etc.
Assist with regulatory reporting (specifically Form PF, CFTC, CPO-PQR, Shareholder Disclosure Reporting and/or AIFMD)
Assist with treasure functions for the pooled products which could include expense processing, budgeting, and management fee calcuulations