PGIM Analyst, Fund Operations (Hybrid/ Chicago, IL)

About the role

The PGIM Direct Lending Fund Operations team is seeking an Analyst to join the Direct Lending product. The Direct Lending strategy within PGIM is responsible for originating, underwriting, and managing a portfolio of privately placed leveraged loans for middle market issuers ($10–100 million of EBITDA).

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and performance returns for Direct Lending investors, including intricate incentive fee and management fee calculations
• Aid in the preparation and review of investor communications, including capital activity calculations and quarterly reporting
• Maintain accurate performance metrics that will be presented to PGIM leadership for regular reporting and analysis updates
• Effectively manage monthly deliverables across various internal and external teams
• Proactively manage and complete ad hoc initiatives and projects
• Support Investor Relations during fundraising and new product exploration
• Communicate with investment companies, fund managers, service providers, and investors

Requirements

• 2+ years of accounting, audit, tax, fund administration, or operations experience in financial services
• Proven experience with financial statement preparation and accounting guidelines
• Previous exposure with Wall Street Office or Investran is a plus
• Previous exposure with Direct Lending and private credit funds is a plus
• Strong presentation, written communication and interpersonal skills with exposure to all levels of management
• Superior analytical skills, accuracy and careful attention to detail are crucial
• Energetic person who brings positivity, geniality and optimism to work
• Critical thinking and problem-solving experience required

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience in financial services

Skills

• Financial Statement Preparation
• Accounting Guidelines
• Investor Communications
• Performance Metrics Management
• Ad Hoc Initiatives Management
• Investor Relations Support
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Financial Analysis and Reporting
• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking

Benefits

• Market competitive base salaries
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%)
• Company-funded pension plan
• Wellness Programs
• Work/Life Resources
• Education Benefit
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Discretionary Annual Incentive Program

Pay

The salary range for this role is from $90,000 to $105,000.

Schedule

Full-time position.