Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.
About the RoleThe Company
Tracing our roots to 1928, Wellington Management is one of the world’s largest independent investment management firms. With over US$1 trillion in assets under management as of 31 December 2021, we serve as a trusted adviser to institutional clients and mutual fund sponsors in over 60 countries. Our innovative investment solutions are built on the strength of proprietary, independent research and span nearly all segments of the global capital markets, including equity, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternative strategies.
As a private partnership whose sole business is investment management, our long-term views and interests are aligned with those of our clients. We are committed to attracting a talented and diverse workforce, and to fostering an open, collaborative culture of inclusivity because we believe multiple perspectives lead to more informed investment and business decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome people with diverse life experiences, fresh ideas, and specialized subject-matter expertise.
The Position
Wellington Management sponsors and sub-advises a broad array of products ranging from traditional long-only funds to alternative strategies, including hedge funds & private equity. Fund Services is responsible for the financing, accounting, and operations for these investment funds. Fund Services is comprised of four teams:
1) Fund Control & Operations
2) Fund Treasury & Custody
3) Fund Infrastructure & Analysis
4) Fund Reporting & Audit.
The Financial Reporting Analyst will be a member of the Fund Reporting & Audit team which has the primary responsibility of supporting the successful completion of annual fund financial statement audits and regulatory filings. This role will require frequent interaction and collaboration with other Wellington teams and service providers (Custodians, Fund Administrators, Auditors).
Responsibilities
- Assist with the annual audit process, including financial statement reviews, and work closely with fund auditors and service providers
- Perform a variety of daily/weekly/monthly centralized activities, such as regulatory filings, client reporting, and management reporting
- Assist with process improvement efforts by helping to identify, develop and implement enhancements
- Respond to internal and external inquiries on a broad array of topics
- Support projects associated with the funds, Wellington’s operational and systems infrastructure and service providers
- Contribute to enhancing internal controls and process documentation
- Develop relationships with Wellington’s centralized teams and external service providers
- Utilize IT skills and knowledge to identify and implement efficiencies where possible
Qualifications
- College undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, or business
- 5-10 Years of experience from a public accounting firm, asset management firm, and/or fund administrator
- Very strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with other individuals
- A natural curiosity and desire to expand one’s knowledge and role
- Advanced Excel, Access skills, business intelligence/IT skills using Alteryx, SQL, Tableau or a desire to develop them
- A proactive nature in developing and improving processes
- Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, performing multiple tasks and balancing competing priorities
- Ability to work independently and solve problems
- Progress towards a CPA, CFA, CAIA or MBA is a plus
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.
As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at [email protected].
At Wellington Management, our approach to compensation is designed to help us attract, inspire and retain the best talent in our industry. We strive to pay employees fairly and competitively across all levels and roles. Our approach to compensation considers all aspects of total compensation; all employees are eligible to receive salary, variable compensation, and benefits. The base salary range for this position is:
USD 80,000 - 150,000This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; role; skills and experience; certifications; and education. This range is an estimate, and further details on salary and total compensation aspects will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process.
Base salary is only one component of Wellington’s total compensation approach. Other rewards may include a discretionary Corporate Bonus and/ or Incentives, if eligible. In addition, we offer a comprehensive and high value benefit package to meet the unique needs of our employees and their families, and we are committed to fostering a flexible work environment that enables employees to thrive personally and professionally. Examples of our benefits include retirement plan, health and wellbeing, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage, health savings account, flexible spending accounts and commuter program, employee assistance program, life and disability insurance, adoption assistance, back-up childcare, tuition/CFA reimbursement and paid time off (leave of absence, paid holidays, volunteer, sick and vacation time)
We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term.
Wellington Management Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office
280 Congress St, Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02210 1023
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