Accounting Implementation Specialist – Investment Management Platform

Location: Remote

Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Cutter:

At Cutter Associates, we empower the world’s leading asset managers and asset owners with the intelligence they need to stay ahead. For nearly 30 years, and with a global presence, we’ve combined expert consulting with proprietary research and industry benchmarking to help top-tier investment firms make smarter, faster decisions. Our global team is known for its deep domain expertise, collaborative spirit, and relentless curiosity. As we expand into new markets and capabilities, now is the perfect time to grow your career with a company that values insight, innovation, and impact.

As we expand our reach and deepen our impact, we’re looking for a Accounting Implementation Specialist to support the deployment of a modern, cloud-native investment management platform. This role will focus on configuring and testing the system to meet client-specific requirements for investment accounting and reconciliation, while collaborating with stakeholders to design and implement effective workflows.

Why Cutter:

At Cutter Associates, we believe people do their best work when they’re trusted, supported, and empowered to thrive - wherever they are.

• Established credibility, entrepreneurial spirit – Founded in 1998 and backed by Nomura Research Institute (NRI), we blend the stability of a global research and technology powerhouse with the agility of a small, fast-moving firm.
• Small team, global reach - With under 100 employees, your work is recognized and impactful. We partner with leading investment firms across North America, EMEA, and APAC, giving you meaningful exposure and exciting challenges.
• Fully remote, fully connected - We’re a remote-first company with a flexible work model and a deeply collaborative culture.
• Growth-focused - From client exposure and internal knowledge groups to tailored learning paths, we invest in your development from day one.
• Performance-driven, people-first - We offer competitive pay, bonuses, profit sharing, and benefits that support your whole self.
• A culture that values people - We take pride in our thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive environment. We’re a team of individuals who care deeply - about our work, our clients, and each other.

Whether you’re launching your consulting career or bringing decades of experience, Cutter is a place where you can thrive.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Configure and test platform modules for Accounting and Reconciliation based on client requirements

• Collaborate with client stakeholders to gather functional requirements and translate them into system configurations

• Design and implement operational workflows to support middle and back-office processes

• Provide support throughout the implementation lifecycle, including UAT and post-go-live stabilization

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of experience in investment accounting, fund operations, or back-office system implementations

• Hands-on experience with platforms such as Clearwater, Eagle, SimCorp, Geneva or similar

• Strong understanding of transaction processing, reconciliations, general ledger entries, corporate actions, derivatives processing, and other accounting functions

• Ability to configure software to support accounting workflows, including validation and exception handling

• Excellent communication and client-facing skills; experience working in a consulting or systems implementation environment preferred

Benefits at a Glance:

Our benefits vary slightly by location but are designed to support your health, financial wellness, and life outside of work. Highlights include:

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and profit-sharing opportunity
• 401(k) match (U.S.) or Superannuation contributions (Australia)
• A generous paid time off package that includes vacation days, sick leave, company holidays, and time off for volunteering
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (U.S.), or regionally competitive coverage (U.K. and Australia)
• Long-term disability and life insurance fully paid by the company (U.S.)
• Flexible work model - fully remote with optional access to co-working spaces or offices
• Global collaboration and travel opportunities across North America, EMEA, and APAC.