Fund Controller Private Equity, Real Estate and Infrastructure

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Chicago, Illinois, United States
3 hour(s) ago
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Company gcmgrosvenor
Category Fund Fice
Last Seen 3 hour(s) ago

Job Description

SUMMARY The individual will be responsible for performing the fund accounting and analysis functions for investment partnerships and accounts managed by the Firm. GCM Grosvenor manages over $32 billion in private equity assets and has been investing in private equity since 1999. We are a leader in global middle market buyout investing and in sourcing and investing with small emerging and diverse managers. As an onsite/hybrid employee you are expected to be in the office on Tuesdays Wednesdays and Thursday. RESPONSIBILITIES Perform the day-to-day accounting for private equity funds and related investment vehicles. Review quarterly and annual NAV and financial statement packages including investor reporting. Manage recurring client deliverables including standard ILPA and additional client-requested reporting. Manage monitor and provide guidance to the outsourced accounting provider(s). Calculate and review quarterly management fee and carried interest waterfall calculations. Manage the funds’ cash balances to determine the need for capital calls distributions. Review capital call and distributions notices to investors. Collaborate with other teams throughout the firm including tax legal treasury client services portfolio management to drive high-quality experience for clients. Support investment and client relationship personnel on ad-hoc requests. Participate in technology innovation and implementations to improve operations. Facilitate and influence changes associated with the continued improvement of business processes. Assist in preparation of financial statement audits and regulatory compliance reporting for the various partnerships and companies. General accounting responsibilities. Assist in special projects as requested. EDUCATION SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS BA/BS in Accounting/Finance with outstanding academic credentials applicable coursework or internship in the field of investments or financial markets. 4 - 8 years of experience working for a financial services firm or top-tier accounting firm. CPA preferred. Accounting experience in managing private equity hedge funds or similar types of alternative products is preferred but not required. Knowledge of partnership accounting as well as exposure to financial reporting auditing and tax. Private equity experience is preferred but not required. Demonstrated team player self-starter and independent thinker with the ability to exercise excellent judgment. Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of flexibility accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to balance multiple concurrent tasks and effectively manage deadlines. Good written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of Investran system is preferred but not required. In terms of cultural fit the successful candidate will be self-motivated and energized by working amongst a group of thoughtful smart and successful colleagues. He or she will enjoy being part of an organization focused on excellence and will be a naturally collaborative person who enjoys interacting with individuals at all levels. Additionally he or she will be a strong team player with a proactive approach and the ability to exercise discretion and judgment. Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's experience skills and qualifications for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual team and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package. CHICAGO ANNUAL PAY RANGE $130000 $160000 USD ABOUT THE FIRM GCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $97 billion in assets under management across private equity infrastructure real estate credit and absolute return investment strategies. The firm has specialized in alternatives for more than 54 years and has a diverse engaged team of approximately 560 professionals serving a global client base. Eligible employees can elect to participate in comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical dental vision and life insurance) flexible spending accounts and the employer sponsored retirement plan. Additionally employees are eligible for paid time off parental leave short-term and long-term disability as well as other care/wellness programs. The firm is headquartered in Chicago with offices in New York Toronto London Frankfurt Tokyo Hong Kong Seoul and Sydney. For more information visit gcmgrosvenor.com EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V

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