Mutual Fund Accountant Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the mutual fund accountant position.

Previously, I was responsible for cost and general ledger accounting support during the month end close process, including reporting, journal entries, account analysis and reconciliation.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Perform vendor oversight and review tax provisions, tax returns and tax reporting
• CPA Certification and strong process and technology skills are preferred
• Basic knowledge of Eagle applications
• Thorough understanding of the investment management industry and investment accounting
• Intermediate level of knowledge of various complex investment instruments and mutual fund structures
• Produces high–quality work that is accurate and thorough, with attention to detail, ensuring the accuracy of fund valuation and fund accounting activities
• Possesses solid oral and written communication skills, professionally interacting with fund sponsors, outside auditors, and colleagues throughout the organization
• Audit, resolve, and approve the daily net asset value/unit value calculations of funds daily to ensure no discrepancies remain undiscovered that would result in reporting an incorrect net asset value

Please consider me for the mutual fund accountant opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for accounting support and guidance to various inter company departments, including research and analysis of results, invoice coding and general ledger assistance.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Maintain relationship with external audit firm
• Replying in timely manner to all queries received from internal and external business partners
• Prepares, analyzes and reports on financial statements and supporting schedules according to the accounting and reporting calendars
• Prepare income tax and excise tax returns and Form 1099 supporting calculations
• Prepare income and capital gain distribution calculations
• Assist in preparing materials for internal and external auditors
• Implement changes in procedures affecting assigned function and assist with various project assignments
• Serve as a resource to internal stakeholders on mutual fund tax issues

I would like to submit my application for the mutual fund accountant opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for direction on the review and analysis of complex financial statements and supporting schedules according to the accounting and reporting close calendars.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Basic knowledge of functions supported within the department and business areas supported
• Manage Fund Complex product initiatives such as new fund launches, mergers, closures, and fund strategy changes
• Actively support client service role to AIS, Legal, and the Investment Division
• Prepare and review all components of quarterly and annual contract review (15c mtg) Board Reporting and regulatory filings, including annual prospectus and SAI updates in addition to review of the quarterly financial reporting filings