Fund Data Reporting and Analytics Associate/Analyst

SUMMARY

As a member of the Fund Data Reporting and Analytics Team (“Fund Data Team") within Grosvenor’s Finance Department, the Analyst will focus primarily on preparing portfolio performance reports and analyses in support of GCM Grosvenor’s client reporting, business development and marketing initiatives for our Private Equity, Infrastructure, and Real Estate investment verticals.

The Fund Data Team works closely with our Client Services, Marketing, Corporate, and Investment teams, which submit recurring and ad hoc requests for performance and benchmarking reports, pro forma portfolio analyses, and other portfolio metrics.  Furthermore, the Fund Data Team works closely with our Fund Finance team and our administrators to obtain the information necessary to prepare the requested reports and analyses.  The role operates in a fast-paced, dynamic, deadline-driven environment, so the ideal candidate must be a well-organized, thoughtful team player who operates well under pressure and has excellent analytical and communication skills.

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The individual will be involved in the following critical activities:

• Analyze data related to fund and co-investments across all of our private equity, infrastructure, credit, and real estate-focused portfolios.
• Prepare, analyze, and report performance information for client reporting, business development and marketing purposes as well as for GCM Grosvenor’s investment team and senior management.
• Prepare forecasts of management fees, carried interest, and expenses.
• Generate portfolio construction models/analyses and cash flow models.
• Perform complex data management and analysis including investment portfolio analytics and investment modeling.
• Manage multiple requests simultaneously, ensuring that deadlines are met.
• Regularly interact with our Fund Finance team and administrators to obtain information required to prepare the requested reports and analyses.
• Provide guidance and manage our offshore business process outsourcing (BPO) provider on a project by project basis in order to deliver reports and analyses in a timely manner.
• Routinely handle confidential information and apply strict confidentiality and sensitivity in the dissemination of this information; and perform various ad-hoc and long-term projects and as assigned.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics with outstanding academic credentials is required.  A Master’s degree in Business, Finance or Economics is preferred.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience, including an understanding of accounting and finance is required.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are required.  The ideal candidate will have the ability to articulate complex thoughts in a clear and concise manner.
• Exceptional Microsoft Excel skills and a demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis are required.  Experience with Investran is preferred.
• A candidate must have the ability to work with and develop financial models
• A strong attention to detail and concern for the quality and accuracy of final work products is critical.
• Alternative investment industry experience, particularly private equity, and an understanding of the concepts and data relating to investment performance, assets under management, asset allocation and risk exposure are strongly preferred.
• Experience working with IHS Markit iLevel is preferred, but not required
• Excellent project management and organizational skills are required, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 
• The highest degree of integrity and the ability to maintain confidential information is absolutely necessary.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a high level of energy and the flexibility to work extended hours at times to accommodate specific projects.

It is expected that the annual base salary range for this New York City-based position will be $80,000 - $110,000.  Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's experience, skills, and qualifications for the role.  Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual, team, and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

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.