Associate - Outsourced CIO

Position Summary:

Cerity Partners OCIO is seeking an Associate to join our Fund Accounting/Operations Team. The position is located in the Firm's Denver, CO office.

The Fund Accounting/Operations team works with the investment team, client services team, and the portfolio managers to manage all accounting and operational matters for Cerity Partners OCIO. The team members interact with internal teams, clients, outside investment professionals and service providers. This role will mainly focus on information processing and coordinating with various internal parties for clients' investment portfolios. As the business evolves and the individual gains experience, the required tasks may evolve or be broadened.

Primary Responsibilities

• Monitoring client correspondence. This includes, but not limited to, daily review of emails, retrieving and saving documents (such as capital call and distribution notices, KYC/AML Requests, tax documents, audited financial statement, performance, capital account statements, monthly/quarterly letters, etc.), creating reminders to ensure timely action is taken.

• Assist with the settlement of investment trades and margin management.

• Data/Information management, including the management of external managers' website log on credentials.

• Assist with operating expense management process.

• Review monthly closing of clients' accounts and reporting.

• Perform ad hoc projects and tasks related to internal and external requests.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or a related field with a strong academic track record.

• 1-3 years of professional work experience; financial services preferred.

• Experience at an audit firm or fund administrator is ideal but not required.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Reliable, detail-oriented and well organized.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required and knowledge in PowerPoint and Word is preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrate strong and effective communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a team based/collaborative environment.
• Must accept and thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Adherence to all compliance policies & procedures.
• Demonstrate the Cerity Partners culture.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

The Team:

Cerity Partners OCIO is an award-winning Outsourced Chief Investment Officer providing investment management services to endowments, foundations, families and other institutional investors. The business invests in strategies across public markets (equities and fixed income), real assets, absolute return, and private capital and manages approximately $23.7 billion as of August 2026. CP OCIO is headquartered in Denver with additional offices in New York and Austin. For more information on CP OCIO, please visit: https://ceritypartners.com/cerity-partners-ocio/

Compensation Range:

$70,000 - $90,000

Why Cerity Partners:

Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Below is a glimpse of the key elements of our total rewards package:

· Health, dental, and vision insurance – day 1!

· 401(k) savings and investment plan options with 4% match

· Flexible PTO policy

· Parental Leave

· Financial assistance for advanced education and professional designations

· Opportunity to give back time to local communities

· Commuter benefits

Cerity Partners is committed to providing an environment where all individuals can be their authentic selves. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who respects each individual and supports the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Cerity Partners is committed to working with and providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities or special needs. For those needing accommodations, please reach out to careers@ceritypartners.com. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Why work here?

Ultimately, outstanding wealth management is about people and relationships. Our people are the nucleus of Cerity Partners. Each colleague brings unique expertise, commitment and knowledge to the firm and it is by working together that we achieve our mission to have a positive impact on the financial well-being of our clients, colleagues and communities. Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. We truly care about what we do.

About Us

Cerity Partners is one of the nation’s leading independent financial advisory firms. We serve high-net-worth individuals & their families, businesses, & their employees, and nonprofit organizations from our offices across the country. Our in-house specialists of tax advisors, financial planners, investment professionals, & retirement plan consultants are passionate about and committed to providing financial advice & oversight.

At Cerity Partners, we believe in the long view. We work with clients who appreciate our comprehensive and sustained approach to wealth management. We don’t just look for short-term gains, we seek long-term growth.

We have the same approach to our people. We look for experienced and credentialed wealth management colleagues who can keep pace with us. We manage over $190 billion in assets under management for our clients. We are routinely recognized as a Top RIA Firm by Barron’s Advisor, Newsweek, USA Today, and more.

The driving factor of our accelerated growth is our people. Located throughout the U.S., our teams consist of specialists who are helpful, knowledgeable, sincere, and have the perseverance and capability to go the extra mile for our clients. We consider our firm a community that works together to serve one common goal: Finding diverse solutions to suit diverse financial needs.