Closed-End Fund Senior Administrator
U.S. Bancorp
- Location
- Milwaukee, WI
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Posted
- Aug 13, 2026
About this role
At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.
Job Description
Position Summary As a Closed-End Fund Senior Administrator, you will serve as a senior member of a servicing team responsible for the day-to-day financial, regulatory, and governance administration of closed-end fund clients. You will lead the administration of complex fund structures, coordinate with internal and external service providers, oversee financial reporting and regulatory filings, and act as a trusted resource for clients and teammates. This role requires strong technical expertise, project leadership, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a commitment to quality, compliance, and client service.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the administration of assigned closed-end fund client relationships and serve as a primary contact for operational, financial reporting, and regulatory matters. Oversee fund expense management, budgeting activities, and analysis of operating trends against contractual agreements and fee structures. Review and coordinate the preparation of shareholder reports, financial statements, SEC filings, and other regulatory reporting requirements in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulations. Coordinate and review board and committee meeting materials, including presentations, supporting schedules, and governance reporting. Monitor and review fund compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, investment restrictions, prospectus limitations, and applicable tax regulations. Act as liaison among investment advisors, fund accountants, custodians, transfer agents, legal counsel, auditors, and other service providers to facilitate effective fund operations. Lead or support complex initiatives, including fund launches, reorganizations, mergers, tender offers, rights offerings, liquidations, and other strategic projects. Identify operational risks, recommend corrective actions, and drive process improvements to strengthen controls, efficiency, and service quality. Coordinate internal and external audits and support regulatory examinations. Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training to junior team members and serve as a subject matter expert on closed-end fund administration matters. Participate in departmental initiatives, technology enhancements, and strategic projects that improve the client and employee experience.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent work experience Eight or more years of related work experience Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Extensive experience in registered fund accounting, fund administration, financial reporting, or regulatory compliance. Strong understanding of closed-end funds, investment products, and securities markets. Advanced knowledge of legal, regulatory, and accounting requirements applicable to registered investment companies, including the Investment Company Act of 1940 and Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code. Proven ability to lead complex client relationships and manage multiple concurrent priorities. Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with significant client interaction. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrated commitment to ethics, compliance, risk management, and internal controls. Success Factors