Fund Accountant, Absolute Return Strategies

SUMMARY

Working with our Absolute Return Strategies Fund Finance team, the individual in this position will be responsible for performing 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 and Wednesdays as well as a third day in coordination with your manager.

GCM Grosvenor manages $23 billion in absolute return strategies and has been investing in these strategies since 1971. Our scale and breadth of activity affords us a comprehensive lens on the market and a discerning view of investment opportunities. The Absolute Return Strategies team, invests in over 180 funds covering credit, equities, relative value, macro, commodities, and multi-strategy investments. 

RESPONSIBILITIES           

The individual will be involved in the following critical activities:

• Perform the day-to-day accounting for investment partnerships and accounts managed by GCM Grosvenor.
• Analyze internal and external data sources to create client deliverables.   
• Liaise between the Firm and underlying managers/administrators.
• Responsible for the calculation and accurate reporting of underlying manager performance
• Assist in preparation of financial statement audits and regulatory compliance reporting for the various partnerships and companies.
• Complete preparation and analytical review of weekly and monthly fund performance and investor reporting.
• Support investment and client service personnel on ad-hoc requests.
• Complete general accounting responsibilities.
• Assist in special projects as requested.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

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

• BA/BS in Accounting/Finance with outstanding academic credentials; applicable coursework or internship in the field of investments or financial markets.
• 2 - 5 years of experience working for a financial services firm or top-tier accounting firm, with specialization in investment partnerships, hedge fund of funds, mutual funds or private equity.
• Accounting experience in managing hedge funds preferred.
• Experience with spreadsheets, general ledger and portfolio software required.
• Technical proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Access.
• 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.
• Ability to balance multiple concurrent tasks.
• Sound judgement and logical reasoning.
• Exposure to financial reporting, auditing and tax.

CULTURE

We are not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. Welcome change. We are a culture of empowerment, accountability, high performance, and trust. Successful team members are self-motivated and energized by working alongside thoughtful and smart colleagues in a fast-paced environment. Individuals who thrive on this team enjoy being a part of an organization focused on excellence. We look for naturally collaborative individuals who enjoy interacting at all levels of the organization. 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

A diverse, engaged team is critical to our ability to successfully create and deliver value to our clients. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse professionals can thrive professionally, and we are dedicated to training, retaining, and promoting minorities, women, LGBTQ employees, veterans and individuals with disabilities. Over 55% of GCM Grosvenor employees and 43% of executive management are women and/or ethnically diverse individuals. In addition, we seek to drive a more diverse, inclusive industry through our partnership with diverse professionals organizations and by consciously working with subcontractors and vendors that are certified as minority-, women-, or persons with disabilities-owned businesses.