[Remote] Specialist I, Financial Reporting

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SEI is a leading global provider of asset management and investment technology solutions, and they are seeking a Specialist I for their Financial Reporting team. The role involves preparing financial statements for clients, managing communications with various stakeholders, and participating in professional development to improve processes within the team.

Responsibilities

• In the alternatives financial reporting specialist function, you will be responsible for the execution of applicable quality controls and preparation of the annual, quarterly and other financial statements, as required, for our clients
• You will assist in managing communications with fund accounting teams, internal technology teams, vendors, clients and, as necessary, external auditors in order to (i) support the orderly completion and approval of financial statements and (ii) resolve financial reporting, systems and other relevant issues
• We want you to succeed and look for future solutions! Through attending and participating in various IMS and corporate professional development sessions, you will acquire the tools to identify processes across the division and organization. You will have the opportunity to partner with a diverse team and grow your career

Skills

• BA / BS in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or 4+ equivalent work experience
• 2 years of experience in mutual fund or alternative investment funds industry preferred
• Experience with financial statement preparation preferred
• Strong accounting skills are preferred
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• The self-motivation and drive to handle multiple client deliverables without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or quality
• Willingness to execute upon process changes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as you will primarily communicate with your clients and other contacts through email and/or phone calls
• Excellent organization skills
• Strong customer service skills as you will be communicating daily with internal and external clients
• Ability and willingness to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. As the needs of our clients change, we need to be flexible to change with them
• A drive 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
• Positivity and collegial 'can do' type approach in assisting both colleagues and clients and the ability to work in team environment
• Curiosity, critical thinking and attention to detail: Whether it's 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

Benefits

• Comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being
• A strong retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• A hybrid working environment for most roles
• Support for working parents
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA)
• Life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage)
• 401(k) match
• Education assistance
• Commuter benefits
• Up to 11 paid holidays/year
• 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time
• Paid parental leave
• Back-up childcare arrangements
• Paid volunteer days
• A discounted stock purchase plan
• Investment options
• Access to thriving employee networks

Company Overview

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