Fund Operations Analyst

The Fund Operations Analyst provides day-to-day support for FEG’s proprietary funds. Responsibilities include assisting Fund Operations staff and coordinating routine activities with custodians/banks, third-party vendors, fund administrators, FEG internal parties, and investment managers. The position supports fund-specific administrative and operational tasks and initiatives with the objective of providing accurate and responsive back-office services to the Funds’ investors.

FEG is an independently owned advisory firm that provides investment consulting, outsourced chief investment officer (OCIO), and research services to predominantly institutional clients 1 , such as university endowments, private and public foundations, religious organizations, healthcare institutions, corporate retirement plans, and select family offices.

Founded in 1988, FEG has served communities both directly and by helping our clients fulfill their missions, for over 37 years. FEG employs 140+professionals across offices in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dallas, Texas, and Indianapolis, Indiana, with approximately $100.4 billion 2 in client assets under advisement.

• Fund Operations, Accounting & Financial Reporting: Support fund administration activities, including valuation, financial reporting, treasury management, audit support, tax-related processes, and investor relations. Compile financial, investment, and banking information and perform account maintenance and reconciliation activities, escalating discrepancies as appropriate.
• Cash Management & Capital Activity Execution: Assist with monitoring cash positions and process cash transactions, including wires, transfers, checks, private capital calls, and distributions, in accordance with established procedures and approval requirements. Support the timely reconciliation of capital and treasury-related activities.
• Investor Relations & Stakeholder Coordination: Support communications with investors, investment managers, and other stakeholders by gathering manager documentation, researching routine investment-related inquiries, assisting with client audit requests, and coordinating follow-up across parties.
• Vendor Management & Fund Administration Support: Work with third-party service providers and vendors involved in the administration of FEG funds, track requests and deliverables, and upscale service or process issues to appropriate team members.
• Process Improvement & Operational Excellence: Identify potential process improvements, document procedures, and participate in departmental and cross-functional projects under the guidance of more experienced team members.
• Team Collaboration & Knowledge Development: Build knowledge of fund operations processes and procedures, share information with team members, and contribute to consistent execution of departmental responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, business, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in financial services, fund operations, accounting, or a similar field; exposure to alternative investments is preferred.
• Ability to identify issues, research routine problems, and seek guidance or elevate matters appropriately.
• Experienced in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
• Foundational knowledge of investment operations, accounting principles, or financial markets.
• High attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills and high work ethic. Must be able to multi-task and adhere to deadlines.
• Basic understanding of alternative investments and a willingness to develop knowledge of related operational processes.
• Proficient computer skills with ability to learn…