Financial Reporting Analyst

Financial Reporting Analyst Location: Columbus, OH (Hybrid) Duration: 7+ Months (Possibility of Extension) Job Summary: Under general supervision, the Financial Administration Intermediate Analyst ("Intermediate Analyst") will analyze, monitor, implement budgets for our clients, and ensure timely payment of fund expenses Intermediate Analysts will also review monthly and annual excise distributions, along with reporting such as Total Returns, Board reporting and year-end tax reporting requirements Additionally, Intermediate 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 an intermediate understanding of investment types, mutual funds, ETFs, and financial markets Respond proactively to internal and external client inquiries Host training sessions and prepare training materials, create and maintain procedures, participate in process improvement committees and/or initiatives Work on special projects, other regulatory filings and ad hoc requests as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related area or equivalent work experience 3-5 years accounting or reporting experience in the registered investment company or financial services industry Intermediate experience working with Microsoft Office applications required, specifically Excel Ability to demonstrate the following attributes consistently: Ability to apply accounting and financial concepts Strong time management skills Strong communication skills High quality customer service to internal and external clients Ability to produce high quality results independently Willingness to work outside of normal work hours, when necessary, particularly during peak production cycles Strong 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 Intermediate organization and project management skills Ability to identify and implement process improvements Complete daily work in compliance with internal controls and procedures necessary to ensure quality products Strong attention to detail EEO: "Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."