Fund Accountant

Vanguard is looking for an experienced Fund Accountant to join our team of finance professionals. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who is comfortable working with complex financial data. The Fund Accountant will be responsible for ensuring accuracy and efficiency of the firm's financial reporting and processes.The successful candidate must possess a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, with a minimum of two years of fund accounting experience. CPA and/or CFA certification is preferred, but not required. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of financial and accounting software is essential.At Vanguard, our Fund Accountants are critical players in the success of the firm. If you are an experienced accountant who is highly motivated and looking to join a forward-thinking, dynamic team, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities of a Fund Accountant at Vanguard:

1. Ensure accuracy and efficiency of the firm’s financial reporting and processes.
2. Prepare financial statements and other accounting reports.
3. Analyze complex financial data and provide recommendations for improvement.
4. Oversee the preparation of tax returns and other regulatory filings.
5. Maintain financial records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
6. Monitor accounting activities and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
7. Research and resolve accounting issues.
8. Prepare and review budgets and forecasts.
9. Develop and implement financial controls.
10. Assist with internal and external audits.
11. Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Fund Accountant in Philadelphia, PA, USA is between $44,000 and $52,000 per year. This salary range can vary based on experience, type of employer, and job responsibilities.

The Vanguard Group, Inc. is an American registered investment advisor based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, with about $7.7 trillion in global assets under management, as of April 2023. It is the largest provider of mutual funds and the second-largest provider of exchange-traded funds in the world after BlackRock's iShares.