Investment Operations Specialist

Job Summary

The Investment Operations Specialist supports the processing and administration of public and private market investment transactions on behalf of client-facing advisory teams. This role serves as a primary point of contact for alternative investment operational matters, including subscriptions, contributions, distributions, and redemptions across a range of fund structures. The Specialist works cross-functionally with client teams, custodians, fund companies, and internal departments to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely execution of investment transactions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process public and private market investment transactions for client teams, including Alternative Investment (AI) subscriptions, contributions, distributions, redemptions, and transfers.
• Work with Technology Department & Custodian team to ensure the processes for AI’s at each custodian are up to date.
• Aid in the implementation of processing new fund offerings for the client teams.
• Review fund documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
• Facilitate review of items needing clarification with client teams.
• Act as the liaison between client teams and fund companies to ensure timely communication on open issues, inquiries, and tax reporting.
• Assist with fund reconciliation following closes and capital calls.
• Communicate with custodians as needed regarding processing of AI paperwork.
• Ensure all investment transactions adhere to internal mandates, SEC regulations, and AML/KYC requirements.
• Modify and document internal business processes as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience in investment operations, financial services, or a related back-office function
• Familiarity with alternative investment products (hedge funds, private equity, real assets, or similar) preferred
• Working knowledge of AML/KYC requirements and SEC regulatory standards preferred
• Experience with custodian platforms and alternative investment subscription/documentation processes preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; experience with Salesforce CRM preferred
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Additional Information

Moneta is committed to providing the best possible care for our employees; part of this care includes offering comprehensive benefits that enhance the well-being of employees and their families:

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employer cost-shared medical and dental insurance
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, AD&D insurance, and basic life insurance
• 401k Match – 50% of employee contributions up to 6% of compensation
• Discretionary annual profit-sharing bonus
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time off (VTO)
• Employee engagement activities