Private Fund Analyst

Private Fund Analyst

As of June 2025, Kovitz manages approximately $750M private fund assets via various investment vehicles, including real estate, hedge funds, and private equity.

The Private Fund Analyst will primarily support the Fund Controller in managing Kovitz's Proprietary Alternative Investments. This individual will assist with fund valuation, accounting and tax, and third-party sponsor reporting management for the firm's proprietary alternative investment offerings. They will also contribute to initiatives aimed at streamlining operations and enhancing the client experience. The role requires developing a solid understanding of the firm's proprietary alternative investments to provide effective support across all aspects of fund management.

A successful Private Fund Analyst will be a dedicated team player who is client-focused, dependable, detail-oriented, and analytical with an exceptional level of integrity and professionalism. This position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to carefully manage relationships both inside and outside of the firm. This role is based in Chicago, IL.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and review valuation models and related reporting for proprietary alternative investment offerings to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Perform cash flow analyses and manage treasury functions, including processing accounts payable, funding investments, and coordinating capital call and distribution activity.
• Manage annual financial statement audit process.
• Prepare regulatory filings and loan covenant reporting in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Summarize and analyze third-party sponsor quarterly reporting to identify key trends, variances, and performance metrics.
• Review quarterly financial reporting packages to verify completeness and alignment with accounting standards.
• Coordinate quarterly REIT testing to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
• Review quarterly asset management and periodic performance fee calculations for accuracy and appropriate allocation.
• Communicate regularly with the back-office team to coordinate accurate and timely uploads of investor values and capital activity.
• Draft and review investor communications to provide clear, accurate, and timely information.

Qualifications

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $85,000-$95,000. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.