Senior Associate - WSO

Job Description

Acuity Analytics (the trading name of Acuity Knowledge Partners) is a global, tech-first organization helping financial institutions and corporates make better decisions through research, data, analytics and AI-enabled solutions. We combine deep financial services expertise with strong engineering, digital and AI capabilities to solve complex, real-world problems.

With a team of 7,200+ analysts, data specialists and technologists across 28 locations, we work with more than 800 organizations worldwide to drive efficiency, unlock insight and deliver measurable impact. Our success is built on the strength of our people—by investing in talent, encouraging collaboration and creating room to grow, we enable our teams to do their best work for clients.

Acuity became an independent business in 2019 following its acquisition from Moody's Corporation by Equistone Partners Europe. In 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake, with Equistone remaining a minority investor—supporting our continued growth and innovation.

For more information, visit www.acuityanalytics.com

Basic information

Position Title

Analyst/Associate/Senior Associate/ Delivery Lead/Delivery Manager

Experience Level

2-12 years

Department

Private Markets

Location

Gurugram

Organizational relationships

Position reports to

Assistant Director

Job Purpose

The job role is in the Private Markets division at Acuity, one of the fastest growing segments within the firm. This opportunity is ideal for a private equity /investment banking / strategy consulting professional who is interested in working with leading global private equity funds and corporations.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and manage automated cash and position reconciliations using Excel-based tools.
• Perform daily cash and position reconciliations for Private Credit and Private Equity funds.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve cash and position breaks, ensuring timely communication and escalation to relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct three-way position reconciliations between Loan Platforms, Custodians, and Fund Administrators, covering Par Value, Cost, and Market Value.
• Reconcile historical transactions to clear aged breaks and ensure accurate reporting.
• Record, monitor, and track fund activities including capital calls, distributions, prepayments, and debt servicing transactions.
• Set up new loans by reviewing credit agreements, term sheets, and related legal documentation.
• Execute loan servicing activities, including rollovers, payments, borrowings, fee processing, spread changes, and maturity date updates in line with agent bank notices.
• Manage trade settlements in accordance with custody cash movements.
• Proactively coordinate with custodians, banks, fund administrators, and private equity fund managers to resolve operational issues on a day-to-day basis.
• Support and manage month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) by defining processes and internal control frameworks to improve efficiency and governance.
• Provide client management support by understanding project requirements, negotiating timelines, and addressing client queries.
• Lead project management activities, including project structuring, planning, execution, and delivery conceptualization.
  
  

Key competencies

• Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• 2–12+ years of relevant experience in fund accounting, asset servicing, loan syndication, and cash and position reconciliation
• Proficiency in WSO
• Strong understanding of Private Credit, leveraged loans, CLOs, syndicated lending, and end‑to‑end loan lifecycle events
• Ability to interpret legal, credit, and trade documentation
• Advanced MS Excel and data analysis skills
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Client relationship management and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to prioritize work and perform under pressure
  
  

Good to have : Knowledge of AI capabilities and practical business applications is a plus'