Liberty University

Senior Investment Operations Analyst

Lynchburg, VA · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 24 days ago

AccountingExcelAuditingResearchCommunicationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsInternal AuditCFA

About the role

It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate.
Time Type Full time Location Onsite The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner.

Perform and review investment accounting activities, including monthly closes, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Support audit processes by preparing schedules and documentation and coordinating requested materials under the direction of the Director of Operations.
Maintain and enhance internal controls, documentation standards, and accounting procedures related to investment operations.
Maintain, organize, and periodically review investment documentation and records housed within the Investment Office's research management software to ensure completeness, accuracy, and adherence to internal standards.
Support broader investment operations functions as needed, with emphasis on accounting and reporting integrity.
The Senior Investment Operations Analyst will support Liberty University's Chief Investment Officer and the senior investment team in the management of Liberty's endowment assets.
This role is designed for an experienced professional who brings strong accounting discipline, sound operational judgment, and consistent attention to detail, with a focus on execution, accuracy, and accountability.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is required.
Strong understanding of investment structures, including private funds, commingled vehicles, and custodial reporting.
Demonstrated ability to perform detailed reconciliations and work effectively with complex financial data.
Solid understanding of internal controls and audit support requirements.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced Excel skills; experience with custodians or portfolio accounting systems is a plus.
Accounting‑focused and detail‑oriented, with a strong sense of ownership for work product.
Exercises sound professional judgment and a thoughtful, methodical approach to work.
Comfortable working independently while collaborating within a small, experienced team.
Organized, dependable, and able to manage recurring deadlines effectively.
Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups.

At least two years of public accounting experience (preferred) or other relevant experience, such as investment fund accounting, internal audit, or financial operations.
Hold, or be in the process of working toward, a CPA (preferred), CIA, or CFA designation.
Advanced Excel skills
experience with custodians or portfolio accounting systems is a plus.

All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and pri

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The University's hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law.

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