Senior Fund Accountant - Infrastructure

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As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions. 

 

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. 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. 

 

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Title:  Senior Fund Accountant – Infrastructure 

Location:  Chicago, IL 

Alter Domus is currently seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to join our Infrastructure Fund Administration team in our Chicago, IL office.  Learn more about our infrastructure solutions HERE.  

Job Description: 

• Leverage prior job experience (preferably Big 4 and/or relevant industry experience) 
• Broaden accounting, finance and analytical skills 
• Supervise and mentor a team of Associate Fund Accountants and Fund Accountants, as well as train new employees 
• Administer, report, review, and understand industry standards
• Respond to auditor queries 
• Increase communication/interaction with clients and their investors
• Prepare/review monthly, quarterly and annual reports for investors, consultants and other stakeholders including financial information, performance returns, operations and variance analysis 
• Calculate and review various performance returns 
• Support and coordinate cash distributions on behalf of clients 
• Prepare, review, analyze and interpret accounting records, financial statements, footnotes or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards for audit reports 
• Prepare, review, analyze investor statements, capital call notices, distribution notices, audit confirmations and other investor communications 
• Develop leadership skills by demonstrating a willingness to lead projects and offer input 
• Review documents to ensure compliance with client agreement(s) 

 

Your Profile: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related subject 
• 3+ years of accounting experience 
• Experience in infrastructure funds preferred or equivalent expertise (open or closed end investment funds) 
• Proficiency in Excel 
• Excellent communication and organization skills 
• Deadline-driven 
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced team environment 
• Supervisory experience a plus 
• Experience in Yardi software a plus 
• CPA certification preferred 

The budgeted salary range for this role is $60,000 - $100,000 based on level of experience. 

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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, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program 
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan