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SUMMARY

The Intern, Fund Accounting will mirror the responsibilities of a Fund Accountant I and is responsible for the accurate and timely calculation of the Net Asset Value (NAV) for assigned funds of Ultimus Fund Solutions.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

FUND ACCOUNTING

• Performs daily accounting functions for assigned funds to include calculating and delivering net asset values for various mutual funds.
• Updates and monitors daily trading, general ledger activity, and pricing of funds to ensure accuracy of daily NAV calculation.
• Ensures all fund transactions are properly posted to the accounting system.
• Applies accounting and finance principles to numerous asset types; primarily equity-like securities.
• Provides fund advisors with forecasted available cash for funds every morning in a quick and accurate manner.
• Performs special projects as assigned.

FUND RECONCILIATION

• Reconciles fund records to custodian, transfer agent, and portfolio groups daily.
• Prepares and reconciles daily trial balances for assigned funds.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Contact as needed with external business partners regarding general information, audits, inquiries, or reporting requirements.
• Collaborates with the Fund Accounting, Transfer Agency, and Middle Office departments, as needed.

May perform other duties as required and assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Working towards a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• Equivalent education and experience will be considered.

KNOWLEDGE

• Accounting and finance principles for basic investment vehicles.
• Stocks, bonds, options, and futures.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Adobe Acrobat.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Troubleshoots issues utilizing creative and critical thinking skills.
• Multitasking, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Initiative-taking, strategic, and meticulous approaches with a strong commitment to quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Demonstrates personal integrity, responsibility, and accountability.
• Effectively uses resources such as time and information in conjunction with associates.
• Participates in solving problems and making decisions.
• Presents and expresses ideas and information, written and oral, clearly, and concisely.
• Actively listens to others to achieve understanding and supports an open exchange of ideas and information.
• Identifies needs, arranges for, and obtains resources to accomplish individual and department goals.
• Establishes and develops effective working relationships with associates and clientele during both favorable and unfavorable situations.
• Modifies team and individual priorities and deadlines in response to added information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles and ensures completion.