Job Description
CAIS is the pioneer in democratizing access to and education about alternative investments for independent financial advisors, empowering them to engage and transact with leading asset managers at scale through a wide variety of alternative investment products and technology solutions. CAIS provides access to strategies including hedge funds, private equity, private credit, real estate, digital assets, and structured notes. CAIS serves over 2,500 wealth management firms that support more than 65,000 financial advisors who oversee approximately $8.5 trillion in end-client assets.
CAIS is seeking a highly organized and process-oriented Analyst to join the Fund Management team. This role will primarily support fund operations across single-investment and fund-of-funds vehicles, with opportunities to assist with fund accounting and financial reporting activities.
The Analyst will also play an important role in learning, testing, and applying AI tools to improve how the team operates. The ideal candidate is curious about technology, eager to develop an understanding of alternative investment operations, and motivated to automate manual processes while maintaining strong controls and data accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day operations of investment vehicles, including transactions, capital calls, distributions, cash movements, and other fund lifecycle events.
- Monitor underlying investments and coordinate with fund managers, administrators, custodians, and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate processing.
- Assist with cash and portfolio reconciliations, month-end and quarter-end activities, investor reporting, and other fund accounting deliverables.
- Maintain accurate fund data, operational trackers, process documentation, controls, and management reporting.
- Learn and apply AI and automation tools to streamline workflows, analyze data, prepare documentation, and reduce manual work.
- Test AI-generated outputs and new technology solutions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and appropriate controls.
- Support additional fund management, accounting, and strategic projects based on business needs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related discipline preferred.
- 1–3 years of experience in fund operations, fund accounting, financial services, or a related field; alternative investment experience is preferred.
- Foundational understanding of investment operations, fund structures, reconciliations, or accounting principles.
- Strong interest in learning and applying AI tools to improve processes; experience using AI or automation tools is preferred.
- Strong Excel and analytical skills, with close attention to data accuracy and detail.
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable working with internal teams and external service providers.
CAIS is consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work, and our culture is at the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where employees can be their most authentic selves and feel inspired and supported to bring their voice forward to drive community, growth, and innovation. We are an equal opportunity employer, and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at https://www.caisgroup.com/our-company/careers.
CAIS’ compensation package includes a market competitive salary, a performance bonus, and exceptional benefits. If you are located in New York, New York, the base salary range for this role is $72,000.00 - $88,000.00. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.
CAIS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance, an employer matched retirement plan, wellness programs, and generous PTO and parental leave. Additionally, CAIS offers a flexible, hybrid in-office model; for most roles, we do require a minimum of 3 days in office per week. For more information on our benefits and career opportunities, please visit our website: https://www.caisgroup.com/our-company/careers.
We use technology, including AI tools, to support parts of our recruitment process such as application screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communications. These tools are used to improve efficiency and consistency, but they do not replace human judgement. All hiring decisions are made by people, and we are committed to fair and unbiased assessment of every candidate.
