Fund Accountant

I am working with one of the first to market provider of high-leverage and digital currency ETFs at a rapidly growing crypto-asset manager based in Fairfield, CT. My client is looking to add a fund accountant to their team due to growth. This is a great opportunity for someone to build upon their current working knowledge of digital assets or allow someone to enter the space without any previous digital assets experience.

Description: This position provides great growth potential in an exciting and expanding industry.

Responsibilities:

 Shadow the calculation of Daily NAVs and review the calculations performed by an outside administrator.

 Assist the Fund Controller in reviewing quarterly and annual GAAP Financial Statements prepared by the fund administrator.

 Work with external auditors to ensure audits and quarterly reviews are conducted in a timely and efficient manner.

 Assist external auditors by providing supporting documentation for year-end audit requests.

 Assist outside tax accountants in the preparation of tax schedules and providing supporting documentation for year-end tax work.

 Assist the Fund Controller in preparing all SEC/OTC filings for the funds in a timely and accurate manner.

 Prepare various internal weekly and daily reports for the management of the company.

 Assist in evaluating and documenting the company’s accounting policies.

 Assist with special projects and other key deliverables as needed.

 Assist with investor questions and ad hoc requests.

Experience & Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of experience in the financial services sector (public accounting preferred)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• SEC Financial Reporting is a plus
• Knowledge of Fund Accounting and NAV calculations
• Hand on knowledge of open-ended funds structures
• Hand on knowledge of ETFs is a plus
• Strong GAAP financials knowledge
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, research and critical thinking skills
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

*Digital Assets experience is preferred but not required*