Analyst/Associate, Strategic Financial Operations

Antares; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Antares is seeking an Analyst/Associate, Strategic Financial Operations to support equity activities and project-based assignments, including expense allocations, across a fast-growing private equity environment in Chicago.

You will partner with Finance, Asset Management, Legal, Operations and Credit Underwriting, manage transaction bookings, valuations, cash activity, and reporting, and contribute to cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2-5 years in fund admin, audit, investments, hedge funds or related.
• Some equities knowledge required; strong Excel skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Oversee booking of equity trades, including LP/GP investments.
• Maintain PIK income calculations and liaise with valuations.
• Review cash distributions and tag cash related to equities.
• Support financial reporting and Schedule of Investments.
• Collaborate with Asset Management, Legal, Operations, Finance, and Credit Underwriting.
• Prepare equity portfolio reporting and reconciliations across systems.
• Assist on ad hoc projects, including expense allocations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA considered a plus

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial systems knowledge

Job description

Job Description

The Analyst/Associate, Strategic Financial Operations will play a key role in supporting the firm’s equity activities and project-based assignments, including expense allocations. This individual will be part of a dynamic team, working across various transactions and contributing to the firm’s overall Finance function. Reporting to the senior leader within the group, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop deep expertise in private equities as an asset class and investment management operations more broadly, within a high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Transaction Booking Oversight: Assist in the review of booking of all equity trades, including LP/GP investments and other bespoke equity-like structured investments, and related post-trade activities, covering everything from escrow holdbacks to restructurings and payoffs.
• Valuations: Procures and maintains PIK income calculations for applicable securities and liaises with Valuations for equity support to ensure accuracy and consistency in applying fair value marks to the portfolio.
• Cash Activity: Receive & review all cash distribution & income files. Ensure appropriate teams receive files for processing. Liaises with deal team and accounting policy team on appropriately tagging all cash related to equities.
• Financial Reporting: Supports Finance function in financial reporting including completeness and accuracy of the Schedule of Investments. Ensure Antares receives reporting as per LPA/LLC provisions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other teams within the firm, including colleagues in Asset Management, Legal, Operations, Finance, and Credit Underwriting, to ensure smooth execution, reporting and management of equity transactions.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare regular reporting on equity portfolio(s), providing insights to Operations, Finance leadership and other stakeholders (including external) as needed. Support reconciliation of equity portfolio(s) across firm systems.
• Project-Based Assignments: Supports senior leader on various ad hoc projects and assignments, including related to the accurate and timely allocation of direct and indirect expenses.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; relevant professional qualifications such as CPA is a plus.
• Work Experience: 2-5 years of experience in fund admin, audit, investments, hedge funds, or a related field. Some experience and background knowledge in equities as an asset class is required.
• Technical Skills: Strong analytical and financial skills, with the ability to assess complex transactions and read and understand detailed legal documents.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills required, including experience with formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and preparing financial reports.
• Problem Solving: Proven ability to assist in managing transaction processes efficiently.
• Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong Critical Thinking Skills: Ability to analyze information, ask thoughtful questions, identify issues, and develop solutions. Ability to independently execute tasks after initial training.
• Highly Detail-Oriented : Ability to understand complex processes, retain technical information, and apply instructions accurately.

Competencies

• Entrepreneurship: A self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, eager to learn and take on responsibilities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Values : Commitment to accountability, integrity, and delivering results in a highly collaborative setting.

The Fine Print

• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug testing, reference verification, and background check.
• Must be willing to work from the Chicago office.

Antares is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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Base Salary Range

$80,000 - $115,000

To learn more, visit www.antares.com. Antares is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.