About Us

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 Role

OVERVIEW

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 several teams: 1) Fund Control & Operations; 2) Fund Treasury & Custody, 3) Fund Infrastructure & Analysis, and 4) Fund Reporting & Audit. The Lead Fund Controller will be a member of the Fund Reporting & Audit, US Funds team which has the primary responsibility of overseeing 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 (Prime Brokers, Fund Administrators, Auditors etc.).

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Review annual financial statements for a book of registered mutual funds and collective investment funds

· Oversee the annual audit process for assigned funds, coordinating with the fund administrator and auditors

· Oversee the production and review of the semi-annual financial statements and monthly/quarterly regulatory reporting for assigned funds

· Assist with process improvement efforts by helping to identify, develop and implement enhancements

· Serve as a technical subject matter expert, analyzing and resolving complex issues and responding to inquiries on a broad array of topics

· Lead and support projects associated with the funds, Wellington’s operational and systems infrastructure and service providers

· Contribute to enhancing internal controls and process documentation

· Oversee and/or perform a variety of accounting, operational, and financing activities

· Develop and manage relationships with Wellington’s centralized teams and external service providers

QUALIFICATIONS

· College undergraduate degree, preferably in accounting, finance, or business

· 4+ Year of experience from a public accounting firm, alternative investment firm, and/or fund administrator

· CPA strongly preferred

· Proficient knowledge of US GAAP and ability to research and apply technical accounting and financial statement presentation rules

· Very strong attention to detail and analytical, quantitative, 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

· Strong core IT skillset and ability to work effectively with a variety of IT applications (ie. Access, Alteryx, etc), as well as the ability to self-learn additional IT skills over time

· Ability to work independently and solve problems

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 GMWTalentOperations@wellington.com.

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:

This 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)