GCM Grosvenor

Fund Controller: Private Equity, Real Estate and Infrastructure

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Internship

Sponsorship not specified$130k-$160kDetected 36 days ago

ComplianceFinancial AnalysisAccountingAuditingCommunicationFinancial Reporting

About the role

SUMMARY The individual will be responsible for performing the fund accounting and analysis functions for investment partnerships and accounts managed by the Firm.
As an onsite/hybrid employee, you are expected to be in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday.
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.

Perform the day-to-day accounting for private equity funds and related investment vehicles.
Manage recurring client deliverables, including standard ILPA and additional client-requested reporting.
Manage, monitor, and provide guidance to the outsourced accounting provider(s).
Manage the funds' cash balances to determine the need for capital calls, distributions.
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.
Ability to balance multiple concurrent tasks and effectively manage deadlines.

6+ years of experience working for a financial services firm or top-tier accounting firm.
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.

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.
Knowledge of Investran system is preferred, but not required.

Review quarterly and annual NAV and financial statement packages, including investor reporting.
Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's experience, skills, and qualifications for the role.
$130,000 - $160,000 USD

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.
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.

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.
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.

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