Job Description

SUMMARY

The individual will be responsible for performing certain fund accounting functions for Private Equity investment partnerships and accounts managed by the Firm.

RESPONSIBILITIES          

The individual will be involved in the following critical activities:

• Maintain the accounting ledgers for private equity funds and related investment vehicles.
• Review quarterly and annual financial statement valuations utilizing practical expedient
• Review valuations and cash flows for co-investments
• Review daily transactions including capital calls and, distributions
• Manage, monitor, and provide guidance to the outsourced accounting providers.
• Reconcile cash balances for current and expected cash flows
• Facilitate and influence process changes associated with the build-out of a several new business processes
• Review quarter-end receivables, payables, and foreign translation adjustments
• Effectively work with other teams throughout the firm, including tax, legal, treasury, client services, etc.
• Support investment and client relationship personnel on ad-hoc requests.
• Facilitate the annual financial statement audit process with the funds’ auditors.
• Assist in special projects as requested.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The ideal experience and critical competencies for the role include the following:

• Pursuing a BA/BS in Accounting/Finance with outstanding academic credentials; applicable coursework or internship in the field of investments or financial markets.
• Knowledge of partnership accounting as well as exposure to financial reporting, auditing, and tax.
• Demonstrated team player; self-starter; independent thinker; excellent judgment.
• Positive mind set with an eagerness to learn and desire to build and improve process.
• Proven ability to work in a fast paced environment with a high level of flexibility, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• PC experience – advanced knowledge of MS Excel preferred, however, 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. The candidate 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, the candidate will be a strong team player with a proactive approach and the ability to exercise discretion and judgment.

ABOUT THE FIRM

GCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq: GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $80 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 53 years and has a diverse, engaged team of approximately 550 professionals serving a global client base. We are proud to offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package focused on health and wellness, retirement planning, and diversity and inclusion. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Sydney. For more information, visit:

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