Fund Accounting, Financial Reporting, Shareholder Servicing and Technology. (1) Perform Fund accounting services which include, but are not limited to, daily NAV calculation and dissemination, and maintenance of books and records as required by Rule 31 (a) of the1940 Act. (2) Perform the functions of a mutual fund’s chief financial officer and treasurer. (3) Perform Fund budgeting and accounts payable functions. (4) Perform Financial Reporting, including reports to the Board of Directors/Trustees, and preparation of financial statements, NSARs and registration statements. (5) Coordinate regulatory examinations. (6) Calculate and facilitate payment of dividends. (7) Oversee the preparation and ensure the filing of all Federal/State Tax Returns. (8) Monitor the Fund’s compliance with IRS regulations. (9) Monitor compliance with Fund policies on valuing (pricing) all Fund assets. (10) Monitor Transfer Agent to ensure shareholder accounts are being processed in compliance with the appropriate regulations and are reflected appropriately in the Fund’s records. Ensure 12b-1 payments being paid by the Fund are accurate and in accordance with the 12b-1 plans. (11) Maintain the technology platforms and market data feeds necessary for the daily accounting and reporting functions set forth in this Agreement.
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Samples: Administrative Services Agreement (Lord Abbett Series Fund Inc), Administrative Services Agreement (Lord Abbett Research Fund Inc), Administrative Services Agreement (Lord Abbett Affiliated Fund Inc)