Senior Portfolio Accountant

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We understand that a job description only tells one part of a broader story, and Harris is seeking dynamic candidates who can add to our best-in-class environment. We recognize that qualifications can be gained through both traditional and non-traditional paths, and we are committed to considering candidates who possess the potential to be excellent in this role regardless of prior experiences.

Therefore we encourage ALL interested individuals to submit their applications, even if they do not meet every requirement outlined in the job description.

Position Summary:

The Portfolio Accounting team is responsible for investment accounting, cash flow management, and reconciliation activities across all Harris | Oakmark accounts, including mutual funds, ETFs, CITs, limited partnerships, separately managed institutional accounts, and private wealth accounts.

The Portfolio Accounting Associate plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of portfolio accounting data, overseeing critical operational controls, and supporting the firm's investment products and client accounts. Core responsibilities include cash flow processing and forecasting, processing of in-kind transactions and other account activity, and oversight of portfolio accounting functions outsourced to a third-party administrator. Oversight activities include reviewing custodian cash and position reconciliations for material breaks and assisting the vendor with resolution, ensuring all cash flows are accurately reflected across accounting and trading platforms, and coordinating the month-end ABOR books close.

The Portfolio Accounting Associate will interact daily with a broad range of internal teams including Portfolio Implementation, Performance Analytics, Account Services, Client Services, and other Operations groups. External communications will include custodians, fund administrators, vendors, consultants, and clients.

The ideal candidate will bring a control-oriented mindset, strong attention to detail, and a high degree of integrity. They must be able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while thinking critically and escalating issues appropriately.

Responsibilities:

Process client-directed cash flows and account activity across trading and accounting systems accurately and in accordance with established controls and deadlines

Review daily cash flow control reports to identify outstanding items and ensure appropriate action is taken

Oversee the daily custodian cash, position, and lot-level cost basis reconciliations performed by the outsourced provider; identify material discrepancies and drive timely resolution

Perform periodic reviews across trading and accounting systems to confirm data integrity for key events including cash flows, corporate actions, in-kind activity, and account fundings and terminations

Lead the month-end ABOR books close process, coordinating across all Operations teams to ensure timely and accurate completion

Perform daily controls related to ETF basket positions

Assist in monitoring and reporting on outsourced provider performance against established KPIs

Support ad-hoc project work and process improvement initiatives as needed

Qualifications

Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in investment management, preferably in an operations or portfolio accounting, or related role

Strong working knowledge of investment management operations, including familiarity with mutual fund structures and processes

Familiarity with mutual funds, ETF, or separate account structures

Experience reconciling cash, positions, and/or security-level data within an investment management environment

Working knowledge of investment accounting systems and order management systems

Exposure to overseeing outsourced service providers or third-party administrators

Ability to exercise independent judgment, think critically, and resolve complex problems in a timely manner

High degree of integrity, accountability, and reliability

Strong attention to detail with a control-oriented mindset

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with internal teams, vendors, and external counterparties

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining adaptable to shifting priorities

Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to learning and process improvement

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Special requirements:

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