Strategic Equity Operations Analyst

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

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.