Investment Operations Accountant

Full time

Posted: 02/08/2023

Grinnell, IA

Human Resources

HR@grinnell.edu

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Investment Operations Accountant will report to the Director of Investment Operations and will work closely with other members of the investment team. They will monitor and record investment activity, including managing the relationship with the investment asset custodian. The Investment Operations Accountant will also perform reconciliations and analysis of internal financial records and third-party investment statements. Assisting with other internal reporting needs, such as income tax planning/compliance and calculating investment performance, will also be a part of their role. Finally, the Investment Operations Accountant will perform ad hoc projects as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversees the daily investment reporting and transaction processing/review.
Works with the Director of Investment Operations to help manage external service providers including custodial relationships, legal/tax counsel and external audit requirements.
Manages monthly investment accounting entries and summary reports.
Assists with Endowment performance measurement.
Assists with investment-related tax reporting, preparation of Trustee documents and other internal reporting.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university
Three years or more of work experience
Champions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Analyze and interpret policies, terms and conditions, regulations; ability to think conceptually
Planning and organizing skills; strong attention to detail and accuracy are critical
Proficient with Microsoft Excel
Strong information management skills
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of constituents
Independent self-starter with developed problem solving skills
Recognizes the value of teamwork

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree in Accounting or similar field
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)
Experience in Higher Education
Experience with endowments
Experience with financial audits and/or income tax