Mutual Funds Financial Reporting

Overview

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We are seeking a Mutual Funds Financial Reporting Analyst based in Nashville, TN to join our Accounting Team in Global Fund Administration. The AB Global Operations - Global Fund Administration department is in search of a Financial Reporting Analyst to join their team. The candidate will report to the Manager of our Financial Reporting group within GFA. The Financial Reporting Analyst is responsible for reviewing and creating consistencies among Alliance Bernstein shareholder reports.

The candidate will play an integral role in ensuring the reports drafted are “Best in Class Service” to all of our customers.

• Incorporate comments on all financial reports from all parties (i.e. GFA Fund Accounting, Auditors, Legal, etc.)
• Communicate changes in GAAP rules for financial statement presentation to the operating groups and accounting agents.
• Review Shareholder Letters (i.e. performance, SEC yield, etc.)
• Provide information on the notes to financial statements (i.e. 12b-1 expenditures in excess of the 12b-1 fee, front and back-end sales load, T/A expense offset arrangement, etc.)
• Responsible for the review of reports to shareholders for style, consistency and accuracy.
• Work with banks, printers and attorneys on the SEC NSAR filing, N-30D filing and 485B filing.
• Prepare and update yearly schedules for Shareholder reports.
• Prepare calendars for banks, auditors and fund accounting to follow in the preparation and review of the reports.
• Maintain Financial Reporting checklists and bank accuracy sheets
• Keep management informed of any problems that arise on her or his funds

• Minimum 5 - 7+ years of experience in the mutual fund or finance industry and a 4-year degree in a business field (preferably accounting or finance).
• Proficient knowledge of mutual fund accounting, tax issues, SEC regulations, financial reporting and the use of spreadsheets. Excellent analytical, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills. Knowledge and skills gained through college education and mutual fund industry experience.
• Proficiency in standard desktop applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.). Knowledge of RIC reporting requirements, financial reporting experiences and any alternative product knowledge is a plus. Process management/improvement experience is preferred.

We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe. With over 4,000 employees across 57 locations operating in 26 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple: to be the most trusted investment firm in the world. We realize that it s our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work.

Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work. Whether you re producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you. If you re ready to challenge your limits and empower your career, join us!

All are encouraged to apply. AB does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law. AB’s policies and practices seek to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants based solely on job-related criteria.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Finance