About the role#
Our Fund Accounting teams act as a third-party intermediary between fund managers and investors. You will help verify and distribute assets tied to investments. This role provides a practical introduction to alternative investing and allows you to work directly with our clients.
What you'll do#
- Prepare cash and journal entries and complete bank reconciliations.
- Assist with financial statement preparation and period end closings.
- Process and track daily cash contributions and distributions for investment fund clients.
- Participate in quarterly and annual audit functions.
- Interact with clients through email and phone calls.
- Take part in intern programming focused on professional development, career progression, and presentation skills.
- Attend in-person and virtual networking events.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with a strong Accounting focus.
- Current Junior status with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and August 2028.
- Previous accounting internship experience.
- Strong interest in building a career in Fund Accounting.
- Proficiency with Excel.
- Ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize tasks, and work on multiple assignments.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail-oriented mindset with analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated leadership, learning, and collaboration skills.
- Customer-centric mindset.
- Ability to work responsibly in a hybrid environment.
- Authorization to work in the US without the need for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: Paid internship at $23-$25 per hour.
- Status: Full-time.
About Alter Domus
Alter Domus provides financial services for the alternative investment sector. Founded in 2003, the company is based in Luxembourg. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people. The firm offers services including fund administration, debt, and corporate services to investment managers and asset owners.
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