Lincoln Financial | Financial Reporting Analyst - Private Market Funds

The role at a glance

• The Financial Reporting Analyst role within the Fund Administration and Operations Team (FAO) assists with the coordination, preparation, and review of SEC financial data filings to ensure they are filed timely and accurately.
• Applications for this position will be accepted through January 5th, 2027 subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.
• The pay range for this position is $75,000 - $120,000 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.
• 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.
• Research accounting guidance for newly developed products and company initiatives related to Lincoln Funds.
• Work closely with External Auditor in completing financials, formulating new/updating existing disclosures and as a point of escalation with sub-advisers and the Fund Accountant in obtaining audit evidence to ensure final opinions.
• Assist with the preparation of and review of Fund Administration Board Materials.
• Assist with the review of fund expense budgets.
• Assist with the compilation/review of fund prospectus fee tables.
• Maintain a working knowledge of strategic investment market activities and industry pronouncements and their impact on the Funds as well as Lincoln.
• Participate in departmental or enterprise-wide complex projects assigned by providing stakeholders with actionable and valuable financial reporting information to enable decision-making that results in successful outcomes.
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities.
• Work arrangements that work for you.
• Provide oversight and coordination of internal parties such as Legal, Compliance and Fund Management, including developing and distributing a financial reporting request list, which includes deadlines, and conducting meetings to ensure filings are completed timely and accurately.
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Requirements

• 5+ Years of experience in Financial Reporting and/or Fund Accounting that aligns with the regulatory requirements of private closed-end funds required.
• Experience with AICPA Audit and Accounting guide, Reg S-X, N1-A and N-2 disclosure requirements preferred.
• Experience working with a third-party administrator and independent audit firms preferred.
• 4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's) (Minimum Required).
• Experience with Microsoft Co-Pilot or Claude is encouraged.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, develop and implement process improvements.
• Demonstrated strong relationship management skills with internal clients (e.g. senior management, peers and colleagues); proven ability to develop creative and collaborative approaches.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative style.
• Demonstrates strong project management leadership skills including, critical ability to coordinate and balance multiple projects in a time-sensitive environment, under pressure, and meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Effective productivity/technology tools and training.
• Experience with fund budget reviews.
• Experience with prospectus fund fee tables.

Lincoln Financial

Lincoln Financial is an employer hiring in India (sector: BFSI / Investments / Insurance). In its own words: "Lincoln Financial Group provides resources and solutions that help empower Americans to take charge of their financial lives with confidence and optimism."

Its finance, accounts, audit and tax openings in India are mostly in Radnor, Charlotte, Omaha and Hartford.

• Industry: BFSI / Investments / Insurance