Analyst, Funding & Settlement

Antares Capital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Employer paid short & long-term-dis./L

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid time off

Maven family & fertility benefit

Parental leave

Job summary

Antares Capital is seeking a Funding & Settlement Analyst to oversee the closing process and ensure timely settlement of trades in Chicago. The role requires collaboration with internal teams and offshore providers, meticulous workflow management, and precise funding documentation for leadership review.

Ideal candidates hold a finance-related degree with at least two years in finance or accounting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Minimum two years in finance or accounting, preferably in private credit or investment management.
• Understanding of funding and settlement protocols.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems.
• Excellent organization and time management.

Responsibilities

• Manage deal closing process from inception to final settlement.
• Ensure prompt completion and submission of required documents.
• Prepare funding backup for management review.
• Verify documentation for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Escalate complex items to AVP, Funding & Settlements.
• Maintain workflows, trackers, and status records.
• Coordinate with offshore providers for accurate bookings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for smooth funding and settlements.
• Monitor settlements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Ensure records are properly stored and accessible.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business Administration

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Loan IQ

WSO

Job description

The Funding & Settlement Analyst holds a pivotal role in overseeing the comprehensive deal closing process and in ensuring the precise and timely settlement of trades. This position requires the incumbent to collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, maintain meticulous workflows and trackers, and coordinate with offshore service providers for the accurate recording of transactions. The Analyst is expected to escalates matters as warranted and to supply essential funding documentation for executive review and approval.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the deal closing process from inception to final settlement.
• Ensure the prompt completion and submission of all requisite documentation and approvals.
• Prepare and present comprehensive funding backup to managers for assessment and authorization.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of all documentation in accordance with corporate policies.
• Identify and elevate complex or high-risk items to the Assistant Vice President of Funding & Settlements.
• Provide informed recommendations for the resolution of escalated issues.
• Maintain and update workflows, trackers, and all pertinent documentation to accurately reflect the status of deals and settlements.
• Ensure the proper management and accessibility of records.
• Administer and execute the timely settlement of assignments occurring subsequent to deal closure.
• Monitor and track settlements, addressing discrepancies with expediency.
• Collaborate with offshore service providers to ensure the precise and timely booking of transactions within the system of record.
• Partner with cross functional teams to ensure smooth and accurate fundings, settlements and servicing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline; an advanced degree is preferable.
• A minimum of two years of experience in finance or accounting, ideally within private credit or investment management.
• Demonstrated understanding of funding and settlement protocols.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel; familiarity with financial systems or databases, like Loan IQ and WSO, is advantageous.
• Superior organizational and time‑management capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving competencies.
• Capacity to work collaboratively with internal teams and external service providers.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and meet establishes deadlines
• Technical proficiency in using and learning software tools
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and partners to achieve objectives
• Ability to identify challenges, solutions, and improvements to processes
• Adaptability to changing assignments and priorities
• Ability to maintain professionalism and discretion
• Ability to take initiative and engage with management and stakeholders

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 Chicago and travel as necessary.

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.

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 $75,000 - $90,000

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.