Analyst/Associate, Strategic Financial Operations

Antares Capital LP is seeking an Analyst/Associate, Strategic Financial Operations to support the firm's equity activities and project-based Finance assignments. The role focuses on transaction booking, valuations, cash activity, financial reporting, portfolio reconciliation, cross-functional collaboration, and expense allocation projects.

What you'll do:

• Assist in the review of booking of all equity trades, including LP/GP investments and other bespoke equity-like structured investments, and related post-trade activities, covering everything from escrow holdbacks to restructurings and payoffs
• Procures and maintains PIK income calculations for applicable securities and liaises with Valuations for equity support to ensure accuracy and consistency in applying fair value marks to the portfolio
• Receive & review all cash distribution & income files. Ensure appropriate teams receive files for processing. Liaises with deal team and accounting policy team on appropriately tagging all cash related to equities
• Supports Finance function in financial reporting including completeness and accuracy of the Schedule of Investments. Ensure Antares receives reporting as per LPA/LLC provisions
• Work closely with other teams within the firm, including colleagues in Asset Management, Legal, Operations, Finance, and Credit Underwriting, to ensure smooth execution, reporting and management of equity transactions
• Prepare regular reporting on equity portfolio(s), providing insights to Operations, Finance leadership and other stakeholders (including external) as needed. Support reconciliation of equity portfolio(s) across firm systems
• Supports senior leader on various ad hoc projects and assignments, including related to the accurate and timely allocation of direct and indirect expenses

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 2-5 years of experience in fund admin, audit, investments, hedge funds, or a related field
• Some experience and background knowledge in equities as an asset class is required
• Strong analytical and financial skills, with the ability to assess complex transactions and read and understand detailed legal documents
• Intermediate **Microsoft Excel skills** required, including experience with formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and preparing financial reports
• Proven ability to assist in managing transaction processes efficiently
• Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to analyze information, ask thoughtful questions, identify issues, and develop solutions
• Ability to independently execute tasks after initial training
• Ability to understand complex processes, retain technical information, and apply instructions accurately
• A self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, eager to learn and take on responsibilities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Commitment to accountability, integrity, and delivering results in a highly collaborative setting

Benefits:

• This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance).
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Employer paid short & long-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k)
• Profit sharing
• Paid time off
• Maven family & fertility benefit
• Parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement)
• Other voluntary benefits