Financial Operations Senior Associate/VP

Firm Overview

Star Mountain is a rapidly growing, specialized private investment firm focused on the large and less competitive lower middle-market (“LMM”), comprised of businesses that generally have between $5 million and $50 million in annual EBITDA. The Firm employs three complementary strategies: (i) private credit, (ii) private equity and (iii) secondary credit and PE fund investing, all focused within the U.S. LMM. The Firm’s track record, business model, growth trajectory and award-winning culture provide compelling career opportunities for driven and talented individuals. Culture is a core principle which includes long-term alignment of interest with 100% of U.S. employees participating in investment profits. The Firm has over $4 billion in assets under management (committed capital including debt facilities as of 7/31/24) and expects strong continued growth based on its performance, distinctive investment approach and its diversified investor base of domestic and global institutions (including public pensions, corporate pensions, insurance companies, commercial banks, endowments, foundations and family offices) and individuals. Star Mountain values team players with positive, solutions-based attitudes complemented by a strong work ethic and is heavily committed to long-term training and career development. The Firm is employee-owned with material long-term wealth creation opportunity for dedicated, entrepreneurial professionals. Dynamic team of over 100 full-time people and 40+ Senior Advisors / Operating Partners.

The senior team has over 500 years of collective investment experience including prior leadership experience at Blackstone / GSO, Fortress, Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, J.P. Morgan and Merrill Lynch.

For the last five consecutive years, Star Mountain has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by both Crain’s and Pensions & Investments.

Summary

Star Mountain is seeking a driven, highly energetic Financial Operations professional to join a fast-growing, entrepreneurial asset management firm. This individual will focus on Star Mountain’s financial controls, fund accounting and investor reporting across multiple fund structures and relating to direct debt / equity investments and fund investments (including secondaries). Opportunity to interact directly with senior management, business owners and other leading private fund managers.

Position Description:

• Liaise with outside fund administrators to prepare accurate and timely deliverables related to the NAV process including financial statements, capital account statements, capital call and distribution notices, management fee and carried interest calculations and all other investor reporting
• Work directly with and prepare financial analysis and reporting for executives across Star Mountain funds and relating to financial matters
• Support the overall portfolio valuation process
• Assist audit and tax professionals in year-end audit and tax reporting
• Support treasury and liquidity management functions (oversee cash position for funds and forecast cash requirements)
• Manage capacity on the funds’ credit lines as well as borrowing base compliance/covenants
• Manage the expense process, including vendor management, invoice processing and compliance with firm policies
• Performance measurement, including calculation of IRRs, investment multiples and various time-weighted returns
• Assist in preparation of regular investor reports and quarterly investment letters
• Identify and implement process improvements with regards to efficiency and ensuring that strong internal controls and quality controls are maintained
• Review and interpret partnership agreements, private placement memorandums, and other legal documents
• Assist with various portfolio monitoring of investments, including contract compliance
• Assists with the overall investor onboarding process including the investor portal and investor correspondence

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or similar study, CPA preferred.
• Multiple roles available between 4-10 years of relevant experience.
• Excited to work hard in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment building a unique organization.
• Loan experience including working with credit funds, Business Development Companies (BDC) and/or SBICs fund experience a plus.
• Proven knowledge of partnership accounting, US GAAP and financial reporting.
• Audit/controls mindset with desire to implement process improvement opportunities at a growing and entrepreneurial firm.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills; experience building complex financial models and presentations.
• Demonstrated team player; self-starter; independent thinker; ability to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with capacity to interact with outside parties and personnel across all levels of the firm.
• Tax structuring knowledge a plus.
• Ability to analyze investment and fund legal documents.
• Positive culture and attitude along with top quality execution.
• Must have strong references available (at the appropriate time) from peers, subordinates and superiors.
• Location: Tampa, Florida (flexibility available for NY-area candidates to work from NY during their first year, if necessary)
• Timing: Immediate

Best Place to Live in Florida:

Tampa, Florida, has been recognized as one of the best places to live in the United States in 2023 and 2024 for its quality of life, economic opportunities, and vibrant community. Star Mountain Capital is recognized as a standout employer in the city.

Office Model:

Star Mountain Capital’s work model is designed to be in-office with a focus on team collaboration and apprenticeship style learning that connects our employees on many levels. Our team aligns to this model to increase meaningful moments that are not replicated in a remote experience. Employees who join our organization can count on this model to accelerate your onboarding, learning, and integration into the firm.

Compensation:

The exact salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and performance during the selection process. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and other economics. Total compensation may vary by role, location, department, and individual performance. The firm is 100% employee owned providing for material economic wealth creation opportunity.

Benefits:

Star Mountain Capital is committed to a healthy and engaged workforce. Our benefits are constantly evolving to support our employees’ needs today and in the future. We offer a highly competitive medical, dental, and vision package. Select other benefits include: 50% coverage on monthly gym memberships, a cell phone stipend, tuition support of job-related designations and learning and development opportunities, and other bespoke benefits.

Interview Process:

Thank you for your interest in a role at Star Mountain Capital. Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to each one individually. If your resume is a match for the role you’ve applied for or other potential opportunities, we will reach to start the conversation. If you do not hear from us immediately, please understand that we are carefully reviewing all applications and will keep your resume on file for future opportunities that align with your experience and qualifications.

Please submit your resume through LinkedIn and if you would like to include additional information, such as a cover letter, previous projects, transcripts or references, you may submit this to careers@StarMountainCapital.com with the subject line: “Financial Operations Professional – Tampa, Florida – [Your Name]".

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Note: Detailed award eligibility requirements for Crain’s can be found here and for Pensions & Investments here.

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