Finance & Investment Operations Analyst

CFS; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in New Haven, CT is seeking a Finance & Investment Operations Analyst to support day-to-day operational, accounting, and compliance activities within a sophisticated investment office. This hybrid role offers exposure to investment operations, fund administration, compliance monitoring, and performance reporting in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and analytical, eager to grow in asset management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Internship experience or up to 1 year in finance, accounting, operations, compliance, fund administration, or related area preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Interest in investment management, private equity, hedge funds, or other alternatives is a plus.
• Experience with portfolio accounting, investment operations, or performance reporting systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Record and review investment-related transactions within internal systems.
• Monitor reconciliations and investigate discrepancies with third-party fund administrators.
• Review wire transfer requests for completeness and accuracy.
• Track capital calls, distributions, and manager reporting.
• Assist with year-end audit requests and financial close activities.
• Support onboarding and execution of new investment opportunities.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and reporting as requested.
• Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Maintain investment and compliance documentation (subscriptions, side letters, agreements).
• Track regulatory filing requirements and assist with filings.
• Support operational due diligence by organizing manager documentation.
• Assist with monitoring approvals, policy exceptions, and conflicts of interest.
• Coordinate document execution and filing processes.
• Support KYC and AML documentation for managers and counterparties.
• Assist with internal audit requests and regulatory examinations.
• Provide backup for periodic investment performance reporting.
• Validate performance data and reconciliations; maintain benchmark data.
• Prepare materials for senior leadership and investment committees.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational abilities

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Finance & Investment Operations Analyst

Location: New Haven, CT (Hybrid)

Compensation: $80-90k +/- depending on experience (plus significant bonus potential)

About The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a Finance & Investment Operations Analyst to support the day-to-day operational, accounting, and compliance activities of a sophisticated investment office. This position offers exposure to investment operations, fund administration, compliance monitoring, and performance reporting within a highly collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, analytical, and eager to build a career within investment operations, finance, or asset management.

Responsibilities

Investment Operations & Finance

• Record and review investment‑related transactions within internal systems.
• Monitor account reconciliations prepared by third‑party fund administrators and investigate discrepancies.
• Review wire transfer requests for completeness and accuracy.
• Track capital calls, distributions, and manager reporting to ensure records remain current and complete.
• Assist with year‑end audit requests and financial close activities.
• Support the onboarding and execution of new investment opportunities.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and reporting as requested.
• Help maintain a strong internal control environment to safeguard investment assets.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain investment and compliance documentation, including subscription agreements, side letters, partnership agreements, and investment management contracts.
• Track regulatory filing requirements and assist with filing preparation.
• Support operational due diligence efforts by collecting and organizing manager documentation.
• Assist with monitoring investment approvals, policy exceptions, and conflict‑of‑interest disclosures.
• Coordinate document execution and filing processes.
• Support KYC and AML documentation for investment managers and counterparties.
• Assist with internal audit requests and regulatory examinations.

Performance Reporting Support

• Provide backup support for periodic investment performance reporting.
• Assist with performance data validation and reconciliations.
• Maintain benchmark, peer group, and reporting data within performance measurement systems.
• Support preparation of materials for senior leadership and investment committees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Internship experience or up to 1 year of experience in finance, accounting, operations, compliance, fund administration, or a related area preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Interest in investment management, private equity, hedge funds, or other alternative investments is a plus.
• Experience with portfolio accounting, investment operations, or performance reporting systems is a plus.
• Curiosity around emerging technologies, data tools, and process improvement initiatives is preferred.

Why This Opportunity?

• Exposure to a broad range of investment operations and finance functions.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced investment, finance, legal, and compliance professionals.
• Strong career growth potential within investment operations and asset management.
• Collaborative and mission‑driven environment with a long‑term investment focus.

Target Candidate Profile

• Recent Finance, Accounting, or Economics graduate.
• Fund Accounting Associate.
• Investment Operations Analyst.
• Private Equity or Hedge Fund Operations Analyst.
• Audit Associate with financial services exposure.
• Compliance or Investment Administration professional looking to grow within asset management.