Vice President, Finance & Treasury Technology

Antares Capital•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Antares Capital seeks a dynamic, hands-on Vice President, Finance and Treasury Technology, to oversee strategic data, technology, and delivery responsibilities within technology and servicing the finance function. This includes technology and financial reporting programs that align with the organization’s transformational goals in asset management and financial services. This role will lead complex cross-functional initiatives across front, middle, and back-office business functions and elevate Antares’s capabilities to deliver new products, operational efficiencies, effective data quality management processes, technology governance, and systems integration needs. The position combines program management responsibilities, coordination across business functions, technology management, and delivery responsibility within technology, and servicing the finance function.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Finance, Business, Science, or a related field; a master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CDMP, DGSP) is preferred.
Deep understanding of asset management and the investment industry, including specific data needs of Portfolio Management, Operations, Finance, and Back-Office teams.
Understanding of IBOR/ABOR concepts.
Familiarity with AI, Machine Learning, and Computational techniques to enhance the technical and operational portfolio at Antares.
Experienced in applying intelligence technologies to business problems for effective ROI and business outcomes.
Familiarity with end-to-end information processing for an asset manager, including an understanding of the complete life cycle of transactions, trade booking and management, portfolio and investor reporting, treasury and cash management, financial reporting, closing period workflows, and processes.
Experienced with monthly/quarterly closing processes for Funds, including recon needs between the firm and 3rd parties.
Experience working with third-party service providers (Fund Admins and SAS Vendors) to establish end-to-end data and process flows, focusing on quality and timeliness.
Working experience with data governance practices, business and technology issues related to managing enterprise data assets, and data governance policies.
Experience with data platforms, data governance tools, and data analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau).
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to drive alignment and influence senior stakeholders.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong understanding of General Ledger and Fund Accounting concepts.
Experience with Accounts Payable workflows and systems.
Hands-on experience with D365 Finance platform.
Proficiency in Gtreasury, OneStream reporting and consolidation tools.
Experience with cloud data platforms, data warehousing solutions, and BI tools such as Azure, Fabric, Tableau, and Power BI.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to design long-term data strategies that align with business objectives and industry trends.
Data Governance: Expertise in implementing comprehensive data governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
Leadership & Team Management: Proven track record in leading diverse teams, mentoring, and building a culture of collaboration and accountability.
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent skills in articulating data strategies and technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, promoting alignment and understanding.
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving: Strong ability to analyze complex datasets, identify trends, and develop data-driven solutions.
Project Management: Proficiency in overseeing multi-phase data projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
Risk & Compliance Management: Competence in identifying data-related risks, implementing mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance with data privacy laws.
Innovation & Adaptability: Ability to introduce innovative solutions to improve data processes and quickly adapt to evolving technology landscapes.
Customer-Centric Approach: Commitment to understanding the needs of internal and external stakeholders, ensuring data solutions enhance user experiences.

Nice To Haves

Experience and knowledge of Indus Valley Partners (IVP) products and solutions, including Security Master, Reference Master, Recon, and Polaris, are highly desirable.
Background in any industry-standard middle and back-office platforms (ie, Geneva, VPM, WSO, etc.)

Responsibilities

Program and Project Management Lead Strategic Programs: Design, implement, and oversee complex, cross-functional data and technology initiatives aligned with the finance function and overall asset management business objectives.
Propel programs for AI, Machine Learning, and Computational techniques to enhance Antares's technical and operational portfolio.
Resource and Stakeholder Management: Allocate resources effectively, engage with senior stakeholders, and ensure robust communication across program lifecycles.
Risk Management and Compliance: Identify and mitigate program risks; ensure all initiatives adhere to industry and regulatory standards, including data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA).
Performance Metrics and Reporting: Establish successful metrics, develop KPIs, and provide regular status updates to executive teams.
Collaboration and Integration: Work closely with front, middle, back office, and technology teams to align initiatives with business strategies, ensuring that program goals are achieved with a heavy focus on Data Quality and Process maturity.
Audit and Compliance Readiness: Collaborate with internal audit to ensure alignment with data controls and regulatory requirements, preparing the organization for successful audits.
Asset Management Expertise Financial Services Integration: Apply a deep understanding of asset management processes, including sales, marketing, trade management, investor reporting, treasury management and compliance workflows.
Finance and Treasury Functions Technology Expertise Lead the design, implementation, and support of technology solutions for finance operations, including General Ledger, Fund Accounting, and Accounts Payable.
Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of financial systems and data flows across the asset management lifecycle.
Oversee the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of platforms such as D365 Finance, Gtreasury and OneStream for financial reporting, consolidation, and analytics.
Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance data quality, operational efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Manage relationships with third-party vendors and service providers to ensure robust, scalable, and secure finance technology solutions.
Provide technical leadership and support for finance transformation projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry best practices.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Management Interface with internal and external stakeholders to achieve program/project goals.
Educate and train employees on disciplined technology and data governance policies and procedures.
Manage collaboration between technology and other business teams to align initiatives with strategic goals.
Act as a liaison between consumers of information and technology team to ensure alignment and understanding where necessary.
Process Maturity and Governance Partner with business functions to build and develop future processes and enhancements to current workflows, focusing on efficiency and scale in everything Antares does.
Develop and implement process governance standards, focusing on data quality management and technology leverage.
Technology and Data Infrastructure Collaborate with Technology Teams: Partner with IT and architecture teams to oversee the integration of data platforms, data lakes, and cloud-based solutions, including AWS, Azure, and Snowflake.
AI, ML, and Data Management Tools: Implement and maintain tools for data governance (e.g., Collibra, Informatica), master data management, and data visualization (Power BI, Tableau).
Innovation in Data Management: Lead efforts in automating data governance practices, enhancing data access and usability, and ensuring scalability to meet future needs.