Fund Accounting Associate Analyst
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 30, 2026. Citi scores A on the Alion truth index.
Financial Administration Associate Analyst
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Financial Administration Associate Analyst (“Associate Analyst”) will analyze, monitor, implement budgets for our clients, and ensure timely payment of fund expenses. Associate Analysts will also review monthly and annual excise distributions, along with other reporting such as Total Returns, Board reporting and year-end tax reporting requirements. Additionally, Associate Analysts may collaborate with other members of Financial Administration to support the preparation of quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports for investment companies in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) and Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) requirements.
- Review and/or update vendor information and payment instructions for fund expenses
- Perform initial review of monthly and annual excise distributions, and monthly total return calculations
- Prepare quarterly Board reports
- Assist in fund year-end tax reporting
- Support the preparation and review of financial statements and perform an initial review of SEC filings (e.g. N-CSR, N-CEN and 24F-2, N-1A etc.)
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of investment types, mutual funds, ETFs, and financial markets
- Respond timely to internal and external client inquiries
- Complete on-going training sessions to increase industry knowledge
- Work on special projects, other regulatory filings and ad hoc requests as assigned
Qualifications
Job Specifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related area or equivalent work experience
- 0-1 years accounting or reporting experience in the registered investment company or financial services industry
- Experience working with Microsoft Office applications required, specifically Excel
Ability to demonstrate the following attributes consistently:
- Ability to apply accounting and financial concepts
- Effective time management skills
- Effective communication skills
- High quality customer service to internal and external clients
- Ability to produce high quality results
- Willingness to work outside of normal work hours when necessary, particularly during peak production cycles
- Effective technical writing skills
- Ability to work with and assist other associates in meeting common goals
- Initiative in self-development
- Ability to work towards creating a positive working environment
- Effective organizational skills
- Work independently of direct supervision
- Complete daily work in compliance with internal controls and procedures necessary to ensure quality products
- Effective attention to detail
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
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Job Family Group:
Operations - Transaction Services------------------------------------------------------
Job Family:
Fund Accounting------------------------------------------------------
Time Type:
Full time------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location:
Columbus Ohio United States------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$50,600.00 - $70,600.00In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Most Relevant Skills
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Other Relevant Skills
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Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Nov 06, 2026------------------------------------------------------
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