As the record keeper for the funds, you will be involved in the support of various year-end audit engagements in accordance with GAAP accounting standards
You will correspond with external investment managers regarding day-to-day fund inquiries including entering security trades, fee payments, cash position breaks, and reconciliations. Client engagement and a dedication to quality service is a must for success
What we need from you:
BA / BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or equivalent experience
Internship experience preferred.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel
The self-motivation, organization and drive to complete multiple client deliverables in a timely manner without sacrificing excellence or quality
Strong written and verbal communication skills as you will primarily support your clients through email and/or phone calls
Strong customer service skills as you will be communicating daily with your clients and other service providers
What we would like from you:
An aim to broaden one's knowledge of the financial services industry by learning new concepts and systems and taking the initiative to apply it to daily work assignments
Attention-to-detail to ensure that all deliverables consistently meet the highest standard of quality and accuracy
Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. As the needs of our clients change, we need to be flexible to change with them
Positivity and congenial approach in assisting both colleagues and clients and the ability to work in team environment
Curiosity, critical thinking and attention to detail: Whether it is to identify a solution to a problem or possibly help implement a more efficient process or procedure, your skills have a place in our business
Someone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun. Please see our website for more information. https://www.seic.com/
For this position, SEI is not hiring individuals who require sponsorship for employment or continued employment now or anytime in the future.
SEI's competitive advantage:
We are a technology and asset management company delivering on our promise of building brave futures (SM)-for our clients, our communities, and ourselves. Come build your brave future at SEI.
SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more...
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offFlexible scheduleEquity / stock optionsParental leave
Additional Information
The Investment Manager Services Division (IMS) at SEI is growing rapidly and is seeking new members on our Investment Fund Services accounting team. Our primary goal is to provide exceptional accounting and administration servicing for our clients' assigned mutual funds, CITs, ETFs and other pooled vehicles. As a Fund Accountant, you will act as an intermediary between the funds and their investment managers and serve as the official record keeper for the funds.
Seic · Usa, PA