Associate Fund Accountant

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accounting records, supporting schedules, and financial reports for assigned clients
• Process and reconcile cash activity, including recording journal entries and preparing wire transfers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Record and reconcile investment activity, such as purchases and sales, and interest accruals/income
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive workpapers that fully reconcile and support the trial balance
• Prepare IRS Form 1099 in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Ensure standard procedures and controls are adhered to
• Communicate with clients to obtain information, resolve inquiries, and provide status updates
• Ensure all processes are in line with the SLA and escalate when needed
• Support the year end audit process as well as SOC 1 audit and SBA exam
• Participate in projects focused on improving operational efficiency, including automation of Excel-based calculations and enhancement of workpaper processes
• Perform internal tasks, including mandatory training and time tracking

Requirements

• BS Degree in Accounting preferred or other degree with strong foundation in accounting principles through relevant coursework
• Experience in fund or partnership accounting, with a working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles a plus
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions such as VLOOKUP, SUMIF, XIRR, and use of named ranges
• Experience with Investran or similar fund accounting system(s) a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and client-focused approach
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Pay

Estimated range: $50,000 to $65,000 (dependent on job location, knowledge, and experience).

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule in Livingston, NJ — three days in office per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Benefits

• Annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance
• Competitive comprehensive benefits package including annual leave, tuition reimbursement, and referral bonuses
• Hybrid or remote work schedules available as business needs allow (in alignment with local regulations)

About the Company

CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. With offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues, CSC has been the business behind business for more than 125 years.

About the Team

At CSC, we’re always looking ahead — finding ways to innovate, challenge the status quo, and anticipate client needs. Our Fierce Client Spirit drives us to adapt client ambitions as our own, making us the trusted partner of many of the world’s most successful organizations. CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose values align with ours, and we empower colleagues to bring the right solutions to market. We’ve earned recognition as a Top Workplace USA, Great Places to Work India, and Built In’s Best Places to Work, and most positions are filled through internal moves and employee referrals.