Analyst/Associate, Strategic Financial Operations

Antares Capital LP; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) & profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Antares Capital LP is seeking an Analyst/Associate, Strategic Financial Operations to support equity activities and project-based allocations within a fast-growing finance function. You will collaborate across Asset Management, Legal, Operations, Finance and Credit Underwriting to ensure accurate reporting and timely expense allocations.

The role offers hands-on experience in private equities as an asset class, exposure to post-trade processes, valuations, and cross-functional project work, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; CPA is a plus.
• 2-5 years of experience in fund administration, audits, investments, hedge funds or related field.
• Strong analytical and financial skills; ability to read legal documents and perform complex transactions.
• Proficiency in Excel: formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee booking of equity trades, LP/GP investments, and post-trade activities.
• Procure and maintain PIK income calculations; liaise with Valuations for fair value marks.
• Review cash distributions and income files; tag cash related to equities with deal/ policy teams.
• Support financial reporting for Schedule of Investments and ensure compliance with LLC/LPA provisions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Asset Management, Legal, Operations, Finance and Credit Underwriting.
• Prepare regular reporting on equity portfolios for Operations and Finance leadership and external stakeholders.
• Assist senior leader on ad hoc projects including allocation of direct and indirect expenses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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.

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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A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at the time of posting is below. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Actual base salary within the specified range is comprised of several components, including but not limited to applicant's skill, prior relevant experience, specific degrees and certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations and the location of the position. This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance). Our benefit offerings include medical, dental and vision coverage, employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, Maven family & fertility benefit, parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement), as well as other voluntary benefits. Base Salary Range $80,000 - $115,000