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Financial Administrator I, Retail Alternatives
About this role
SUMMARY The Financial Administrator I, Retail Alternatives is responsible for preparing financial, compliance, performance, and treasury reporting for retail alternative clients, including interval funds, tender offer funds, BDCs, REITs, and ’34 Act private funds, serviced by Ultimus Fund Solutions . This role supports the preparation, coordination, and filing of SEC reports (10-Ks and 10-Qs) for Business Development Companies (BDCs) registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REPORTING Prepares complex financial statements and related reports for fund securities, including Forms N-Q, 10-K, 10-Q, N-23C-2, NSAR, N-CSR, N-CEN, N-PX, and 24f-2 on a quarterly, semi-annual, and annual basis for distribution to advisors and the SEC. Compiles quarterly reporting materials for Board Members. Prepares and validates complex client accounts, financial statements, audit deliverables, and related reporting, including accruals, tax packages, and investor reporting at the fund and portfolio company levels, in accordance with service level agreements.
Analyzes and reconciles investment activity and financial data (e.g., cash, expenses, income, gains, withholding), ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all client and investor reporting. Monitors fund performance using internal tracking systems and distributes performance information to clients as needed. Provides training and guidance to junior associates and performs preliminary reviews to ensure adherence to department standards.
FUND BUDGETING Prepares and maintains fund budgets, adjusting for fluctuations in assets, fees, and expenses. Monitors and updates fund expense budgets, including advisor reimbursements and waivers. MANAGEMENT FEES Calculates monthly management fees and obtains appropriate approvals. Processes fund expenses, including management and 12b-1 fees, ensuring alignment with contractual terms and accuracy of supporting calculations.
COMPLIANCE Ensures financial results and related disclosures in SEC filings are accurate and compliant with applicable accounting standards. Maintains and supports documentation of policies and procedures in accordance with authoritative accounting guidance. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Serves as a first-level escalation point for issues, resolving matters as appropriate. Interacts with rating agencies regularly by releasing portfolio holdings, answering surveys, or providing fund information.