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Senior Fund Accountant - Private Equity 1

Alter Domus
Chicago, US
Full-time

ABOUT US

We are Alter Domus. Meaning The Other House in Latin, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 85% of the top 30 asset managers in the alternatives industry, and more than 5,000 professionals across 23 countries.

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com

Senior Fund Accountant (Private Equity)

Alter Domus is currently seeking a new Senior Fund Accountant to join our Private Equity Fund Administration team!

JOB DESCRIPTION :

  • Review daily cash contributions and distributions for investment fund clients;
  • Inquire about cash and journal entries;
  • Participate in quarterly and annual audit functions;
  • Assist with open items list and auditor communications;
  • Regular communication with client responding and coordinating response to inquiries in a timely manner and sense of urgency; and
  • Understand the governing agreements between Alter Domus and the client.

YOUR PROFILE :

  • Accounting degree with high-quality grades;
  • 2 to 5 years’ experience with at least 2 of those years with a Big 4 otherwise public accounting firm performing audits on private equity or hedge funds;
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills;
  • Solid understanding of different types of investments : equity, debt, co-invest and FoF;
  • Keen attention to detail and critical thinking skills;
  • Ability to multitask, working both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; and
  • CPA, or intention to obtain CPA, preferred.

Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.

Our global benefits also include :

  • Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
  • Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, and birthday leave
  • Continuous mentoring along your career progression
  • Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
  • Support with mental, physical, emotional and financial support 24 / 7 from our Employee Assistance Program
  • The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan
  • Plus additional local benefits depending on your location

Equity in every sense of the word

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong.

We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose.

Thanks to the work of our Group DE&I Committee and network of DE&I Champions, we empower all of our people to be truly invested in the alternative.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruiting and onboarding process. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you.

Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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