--- title: 'Fund Controller: Private Equity, Real Estate and Infrastructure at GCM Grosvenor' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/fund-controller-private-equity-real-estate-and-infrastructure-gcm-grosvenor-d4r01x8zd6a2' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-13' --- # Fund Controller: Private Equity, Real Estate and Infrastructure at GCM Grosvenor - **Company:** GCM Grosvenor - **Location:** Chicago Illinois, United States - **Compensation:** $85k–$110k - **Posted:** 2026-06-16 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gcmgrosvenor/jobs/7761817003 ## Job description ## SUMMARY The individual will be responsible for performing the fund accounting and analysis functions for investment partnerships and accounts managed by the Firm. GCM Grosvenor manages over $32 billion in private equity assets and has been investing in private equity since 1999. We are a leader in global middle market buyout investing and in sourcing and investing with small, emerging, and diverse managers. As an onsite/hybrid employee, you are expected to be in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday. ## RESPONSIBILITIES - Perform the day-to-day accounting for private equity funds and related investment vehicles. - Review quarterly and annual NAV and financial statement packages, including investor reporting. - Manage recurring client deliverables, including standard ILPA and additional client-requested reporting. - Manage, monitor, and provide guidance to the outsourced accounting provider(s). - Calculate and review quarterly management fee and carried interest waterfall calculations. - Manage the funds’ cash balances to determine the need for capital calls, distributions. - Review capital call and distributions notices to investors. - Collaborate with other teams throughout the firm, including tax, legal, treasury, client services, portfolio management, to drive high-quality experience for clients. - Support investment and client relationship personnel on ad-hoc requests. - Participate in technology innovation and implementations to improve operations. - Facilitate and influence changes associated with the continued improvement of business processes. - Assist in preparation of financial statement audits and regulatory compliance reporting for the various partnerships and companies. - General accounting responsibilities. - Assist in special projects as requested. ## EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS - BA/BS in Accounting/Finance with outstanding academic credentials; applicable coursework or internship in the field of investments or financial markets. - 3 - 5 years of experience working for a financial services firm or top-tier accounting firm. - CPA preferred. - Accounting experience in managing private equity, hedge funds or similar types of alternative products is preferred, but not required. - Knowledge of partnership accounting as well as exposure to financial reporting, auditing, and tax. Private equity experience is preferred, but not required. - Demonstrated team player, self-starter, and independent thinker with the ability to exercise excellent judgment. - Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of flexibility, accuracy, and attention to detail. - Ability to balance multiple concurrent tasks and effectively manage deadlines. - Good written and verbal communication skills. - Knowledge of Investran system is preferred, but not required. In terms of cultural fit, the successful candidate will be self-motivated and energized by working amongst a group of thoughtful, smart and successful colleagues. He or she will enjoy being part of an organization focused on excellence and will be a naturally collaborative person who enjoys interacting with individuals at all levels. Additionally, he or she will be a strong team player with a proactive approach and the ability to exercise discretion and judgment. Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's experience, skills, and qualifications for the role.  Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual, team, and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package. ## CHICAGO ANNUAL PAY RANGE $85,000—$110,000 USD ## ABOUT THE FIRM GCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq: GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $97 billion in assets under management across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and absolute return investment strategies. The firm has specialized in alternatives for more than 54 years and has a diverse, engaged team of approximately 560 professionals serving a global client base. Eligible employees can elect to participate in comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, vision and life insurance), flexible spending accounts, and the employer sponsored retirement plan.  Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off, parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, as well as other care/wellness programs. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Sydney. For more information, visit: [gcmgrosvenor.com](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com). ## EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V ## About GCM Grosvenor ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: GCM Grosvenor is a global alternative investment management firm providing customized investment solutions across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and absolute return strategies. - **Entity Type**: Public (Nasdaq ticker: GCMG) - **Headquarters**: Chicago, Illinois, United States - **Founded**: 1971 - **Founders**: Not publicly available (founded as Grosvenor Capital Management) ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: Alternative Investment Management, Asset Management, Financial Services - Target customers: Institutional investors (pension funds, endowments, foundations), family offices, and individual investors - Mission or purpose statement: To deliver innovative, tailored, and diversified investment solutions to clients globally, leveraging over 50 years of alternative investing expertise and an open-architecture platform. ## Products & Services - **Private Equity**: Multi-manager portfolios, co-investments, and customized separate accounts across private equity strategies. ($19B AUM) - **Infrastructure**: Direct and fund investments in infrastructure assets globally. ($7B AUM) - **Real Estate**: Private real estate investment strategies and portfolios. ($27B AUM) - **Credit**: Credit-focused alternative investment strategies. ($17B AUM) - **Absolute Return Strategies**: Hedge fund portfolios and customized hedge fund solutions. ($33B AUM) The firm operates on an open-architecture platform, providing access to strategies, sectors, and geographies worldwide. *Source: [gcmgrosvenor.com](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/)* ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (ticker GCMG, at $91B AUM as of March 31, 2026, with total AUM across all strategies: $91B) - **Key Metric**: $91B in assets under management (AUM) as of March 31, 2026, with $33B in Absolute Return, $27B in Real Estate, $19B in Private Equity, $17B in Credit, and $7B in Infrastructure. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Serves many of the world’s largest and most sophisticated institutional and individual investors. Partners with clients globally across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. - **Growth Signals**: 50+ years in business; global expansion with offices in Chicago, New York, London, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, Toronto, Frankfurt, and Sydney (added Toronto, Frankfurt in 2021; Sydney in 2023). Listed on Nasdaq in 2014. Ranked #1 in the Major Employers category on Pensions & Investments’ 2025 Best Places to Work in Money Management list. ## Competitive Advantages - **Longevity & Track Record**: 50+ years in the alternative investment industry, providing deep expertise across all major alternative asset classes. - **Open-Architecture Platform**: A multi-manager, multi-strategy approach allowing tailored, diversified solutions for clients – unlike single-manager funds. - **Global Scale & Presence**: Teams in key financial markets worldwide (Chicago, New York, London, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, Toronto, Frankfurt, Sydney) enable access to opportunities globally. - **Innovation Pioneer**: Among the first to deliver customized hedge fund portfolios (1996) and private equity multi-manager portfolios (1999). - **Client-First Culture**: Deep relationships and flexible, tailored solutions for each client’s unique goals. ## Strategic Focus - Continued global expansion and deepening of presence in key markets (recent additions: Toronto, Frankfurt, Sydney). - Delivering tailored, innovative investment solutions across the full spectrum of alternative investments. - Investing responsibly and aligning approach with client objectives for long-term results. - Attracting and retaining top talent through a strong culture of belonging, professional development, and social impact. ## Why Work Here - **Award-Winning Workplace**: Ranked #1 in the Major Employers category on Pensions & Investments’ 2025 Best Places to Work in Money Management list. - **Culture of Belonging**: Emphasizes diverse perspectives, equity, and intention to drive innovation and collaboration. Employee Resource Groups are active. - **Comprehensive Benefits**: Generous medical, dental, vision, disability insurance; monthly wellness subsidy; paid time off, paid volunteer day, and paid parental leave; retirement benefit plans; employee assistance programs. - **Career Development**: Summer internship and full-time analyst programs for early careers; dedicated mentorship and comprehensive training. Experienced professionals have opportunities to contribute to the firm’s long-term success while advancing their own careers. - **Social Impact**: A decades-long tradition of community support, using time, talent, and resources to make a meaningful difference. - **Work/Office Policy**: Positions are listed across various offices (Chicago, New York, London). Hybrid/remote policy not explicitly stated for all roles but in-office presence is likely standard for investment and client-facing roles. - **Notable Perks/Engineering Culture**: Technology team is growing (hiring for Senior Software Engineer, Cybersecurity Engineer, IT Service Desk Manager). The firm has a "strong technology focus" within a dynamic alternative investments firm. ## Sources 1. [GCM Grosvenor Website (Overview)](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/) 2. [GCM Grosvenor Careers Page](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/careers/) 3. [GCM Grosvenor Who We Are](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/who-we-are/) 4. [GCM Grosvenor Open Positions (Greenhouse)](https://boards.greenhouse.io/gcmgrosvenor) 5. [GCM Grosvenor Job Application (Senior Software Engineer)](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/job-application/?gh_jid=7685550003) 6. 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