Mutual Fund Analyst (contract)

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Mutual Fund Analyst to join the team in Lake Mary, FL (hybrid, 4 days onsite).

Key Responsibilities

• Mutual Fund Data Management: Maintain and verify mutual fund data across internal systems, client channels, and third-party vendors. Record trade instructions and income accruals within accounting systems.
• Reconciliations & Break Resolution: Perform daily reconciliations across trade capture, cash balances, holdings, and accruals. Investigate discrepancies and resolve breaks between internal records and external sources.
• Trade & Cash Operations: Support trade capture processes (largely automated) while validating accuracy and identifying mismatches within accounting systems.
• Reporting & Compliance: Prepare financial statements, validate data against internal records, and verify tax reporting prior to submission. Provide reporting support to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Project & Process Support: Contribute to team initiatives focused on process improvement, automation, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Associate’s considered, but Bachelor’s preferred)
• 1–3 years of financial services experience (mutual funds or asset management preferred)
• Experience with trade capture, cash reconciliation, and financial reporting processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to investigate discrepancies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with mutual fund data, reconciliation platforms, or accounting systems
• Exposure to client reporting or data integrity functions
• Familiarity with automation tools or process improvement initiatives