CLO Reporting AVP

CIFC OVERVIEWFounded in 2005, CIFC Asset Management LLC (together with its affiliates, “CIFC” or the “Firm”) is a global credit manager with $48 billion in assets under management. CIFC focuses across multiple disciplines including CLOs, structured credit, corporate credit, and opportunistic credit, as well as direct lending. With offices in Miami, New York and London, and serving over 400 investors globally, we have approximately 200 employees. For more information, please visit CIFC’s website at OverviewCIFC is seeking an experienced CLO Reporting professional to take full operational ownership of an assigned group of CLO funds. The role is responsible for daily compliance monitoring, cash reconciliation, trustee report tie-outs and quarterly waterfall and equity distribution reporting, as well as warehouse valuation and closing support. The ideal candidate combines strong CLO indenture and bank loan knowledge with advanced Excel skills and the attention to detail needed to deliver accurate, timely reporting.Key ResponsibilitiesAssume full operational ownership of assigned CLO funds, including:Perform daily review and analysis of CLO compliance metrics, escalating potential breaches and shrinking test cushions to portfolio managementPrepare the monthly trustee report tie-out package and resolve discrepancies with the trusteeCompile quarterly waterfall payments and prepare related equity distribution forecastsPerform daily cash reconciliation against trustee files, and investigate and resolve any breaksAnalyze CLO warehouse NAV and equity valuation; support warehouse closing processes and effective date reportingTrack management fees and fund expenses, and review accruals for accuracyReconcile positions and trade activity between internal systems and trustee reportsMonitor collateral quality tests, reinvestment criteria and rating changes, and assess their impact on overcollateralization and interest coverage testsServe as a point of contact for trustees, collateral managers, auditors and investors, and support audit and investor information requestsMaintain process documentation and controls, and identify opportunities to improve and automate reporting workflowsPrepare ad hoc reporting and analysis as requestedQualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Finance or another qualifying field (e.g., Accounting, Economics or Business)3–10 years of experience in a similar role at a buy-side firm, CLO trustee, accounting firm or service providerExcellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical abilityAdvanced Excel proficiency and strong technology skillsWorking knowledge of bank loan operationsWorking knowledge of CLO indenture compliance and reportingExperience with Wall Street Office or other portfolio administration systems strongly preferredUnderstanding of Moody’s, S&P and Fitch credit ratings and notching methodologyStrong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a controlled environment