Specialist, Mutual Fund Administration Valuation (*remote consideration)

Alternate Locations: Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)

 Work Arrangement:

Hybrid/Common Days+ : Work 2-3 days a week in a Lincoln office with a designated workspace.

Relocation assistance:  is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #: 73909

The Role at a Glance

Lincoln is excited to hire a Specialist, Mutual Fund Financial Reporting to join our Fund Management team. The principal purpose of the role is to provide financial administration oversight of the Lincoln Mutual Funds, particularly around the overall valuation process of the securities.  The focus of this position is preparing and reviewing Fund Administration Board materials including the ongoing valuation analysis of the securities in the LVIP Funds. This requires a high level of coordination with many internal and external parties at various levels.

What you'll be doing

What you'll be doing

• Assist with the coordination, preparation, validation and review of the SEC financial data filings to ensure they are filed timely and accurately
• Assure fund administration compliance with the Investment Company Act of 1940 as well as the Securities Acts of 1933 and 1934
• Maintain a working knowledge of strategic investment market activities and industry pronouncements and their impacts on the Funds as well as LNL
• Review, analyze and monitor financial information for the Funds to ensure integrity of financial systems and accuracy of data
• Research accounting guidance for newly developed products and company initiatives related to LVIP Funds
• Assist with the preparation of and review of the Fund Administration Board Materials
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external business associates
• Work closely with management to recommend and implement process improvements, enhance controls and efficiencies
• Facilitate and prioritize problem resolution and manage daily workload
• Represent the interests of Fund Accounting & Operations (FAO) by attending pertinent meetings
• Stay current with technological innovations, updating administration capabilities and capacity in a cost effective and efficient fashion
• Commensurate with experience, independently handle, substantively evaluate and respond to escalated issues; assist manager to determine root cause of issues which merit management review and/or process improvement recommendations

What we’re looking for

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance desired 
• 1 - 3+ years of accounting, financial reporting/analysis experience in mutual fund, insurance or investment accounting environment 
• Mutual fund and investment knowledge preferred 
• Working knowledge of general ledger and fund accounting systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• 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 December 6th, 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

• Competitive 401K and employee benefits

• 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 $53,500 - $92,500 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.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial Group helps people to plan, protect and retire with confidence. As of Dec. 31, 2023, approximately 17 million customers trust our guidance and solutions across four core businesses – annuities, life insurance, group protection and retirement plan services. As of December 31, 2023, the company had $295 billion in end-of-period account balances, net of reinsurance. Headquartered in Radnor, Pa., Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates. Learn more at LincolnFinancial.com.

Lincoln is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 

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Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy.  An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

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Lincoln Financial Group (“LFG”) is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, Veteran status, or genetic information.  Applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications.  If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.

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