Analyst - Fund Oversight and Separate Account Operations (Remote Consideration)

What you'll be doing

• Maintains knowledge on current and emerging developments / trends for assigned area(s) of responsibility, assesses the impact, and collaborates with management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutions
• Champions and enhances organizational initiatives by positively influencing and supporting change management and / or departmental / enterprise initiatives within assigned area(s) of responsibility
• Identifies and recommends process improvements that significantly reduce workloads or improve quality within assigned area(s) of responsibility
• Perform a variety of due diligence tasks and oversight functions to monitor the internal control processes and functions performed by third-party service providers (such as the fund accounting agent, custodian, security pricing / valuation vendors, independent auditor)
• Negotiates service provider contracts; develops and maintains service level agreements; measures service provider performance against key performance metrics
• Coordinates with Vendors and internally on new fund launches
• Contributes to the direction of the development of business continuity plans
• Contributes to the strategy development of the Separate Account Financial Operations functional areas
• Assists the Manager in developing the Separate Account Financial Operations organizational goals, objectives, and operating procedures.

Implements into production

• Designs and implements effective internal control processes and procedures to ensure accurate separate account financial reporting and compliance with federal securities laws
• Stay current with technological innovations, updating administration capabilities and capacity in a cost effective and efficient fashion.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by management.
• Financial / Regulatory Reporting 40%
• Fund of Funds Trade Operations 30%
• Vendor Oversight 30%

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• A minimum of 5 years of accounting, financial reporting / analysis experience in mutual fund, insurance, or public accounting environment
• Mutual fund and strong investment knowledge preferred
• Working knowledge of general ledger and fund accounting systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications / Macro experience preferred
• Candidate must have strong leadership skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be technically savvy and have strong financial analysis skills
• Must be able to balance multiple priorities and to communicate with all levels of staff in the organization

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through 10 / 31 / 2024 subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume

What’s it like to work here? At Lincoln Financial Group, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives.

Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. What’s in it for you :

Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each Lincoln leadership Attribute.

Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

PTO / parental leave

Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

Tuition assistance program

A leadership team that prioritizes your health and well-being; offering a remote work environment and flexible work hybrid situations

Effective productivity / technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $67,000 - $120,700 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law.

Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role.

The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.

Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.