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The University of Connecticut is a top-ranked national university and health system with its flagship campus located in idyllic Storrs. Designated a Carnegie Research 1 institution, UConn is the state land- and sea-grant university focused on education, research, and service to the state of Connecticut and beyond. The University serves over 33,000 students — 8,550 of them first in family — across seven campuses, with a legacy of national championships. UConn Health is a top-ranked health provider that delivers groundbreaking medical education, research, and hospital and clinical services to over one million patients each year. In addition, UConn has nearly 300 scientists who are in the top 2 percent of researchers globally advancing discoveries in fields ranging from cancer to AI.UConn continues its meteoric rise as a top public university with a record number of applications, continued investment in student success, health, and wellness, recruitment of top faculty, innovation in research, and top-tier athletic programs focused on the holistic success of student-athletes. UConn is proud to have 26 national championships across all sports. This includes the men’s and women’s basketball teams, which have brought home three consecutive NCAA National Championship trophies in the last three years.Guided by the public launch of our most ambitious campaign in history, Because of UConn: The Campaign for UConn Nation, we are moving boldly into the future. The $1.5B comprehensive campaign spans all schools, colleges, campuses, and UConn Health, focusing on four pillars designed to make education more affordable and elevate UConn among its national peers:Students First: making transformative investments in financial aid, student health, career readiness, and life skills to improve time-to-degree and career outcomes.Academic & Innovation Excellence: driving investment in top faculty and graduate fellows and building the innovation ecosystem of the state and beyond.Health & Wellness of People & Planet: focusing on patient care, medical research, and development of life-changing technologies that improve healthcare outcomes.Husky Pride: investing in athletic excellence and supporting a thriving UConn Nation that includes more than 290,000 alumni worldwide.The campaign will have a profound impact on the University, doubling the number of named scholarships, funding scientific breakthroughs and advanced lifesaving therapies, and engaging UConn Nation in the life and mission of the University like never before.We seek the top talent in the country to join The UConn Foundation and help us drive our mission to connect people to the University of Connecticut, growing philanthropy, engaging a thriving alumni and donor community, and building a robust endowment to strategically advance UConn and UConn Health’s educational, research, and service missions.We are committed to a caring and supportive work culture, professional and leadership development, and flexibility for high achievers with a passion for higher education.We’re looking for dedicated professionals to drive success and excellence and exemplify our values of Purpose, Excellence, Culture, Communication, and Integrity.The UConn Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We celebrate different perspectives and are committed to a welcoming environment that values your unique experiences and identity. As an organization, we strive for continued growth each and every day.Position SummaryThe Investment Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the operational, reporting, treasury, and administrative functions that support the Foundation's investment portfolio. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of investment operations across a diversified, multi-asset class endowment portfolio and other Foundation investments.The Investment Operations Manager serves as a key liaison among the investment office, finance and accounting team, external investment managers, custodians, administrators, consultants, auditors, and tax advisors. The role supports the full investment lifecycle, including portfolio accounting support, cash management, capital activity, reporting, audit coordination, compliance documentation, and systems administration.Primary ResponsibilitiesInvestment Operations & ExecutionCoordinate operational aspects of the investment portfolio, including capital calls, distributions, subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, and account openings.Review and process investment documentation, agreements, notices, and transaction-related materials.Maintain investment records and documentation throughout the investment lifecycle.Coordinate with external managers, custodians, administrators, and finance staff to ensure timely and accurate transaction processing.Investment Accounting & ReconciliationOversee reconciliation of holdings, transactions, and valuations across custodians, administrators, investment managers, and internal systems.Support investment accounting processes, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting activities; annual investment audits and related information requests; and regulatory, tax, and compliance reporting activities as required.Monitor capital activity, valuation updates, cash balances, and treasury transactions across the portfolio, ensuring all cash transactions are accurately recorded and reported.Investigate and resolve accounting and reconciliation discrepancies.Maintain strong controls over investment data quality and accuracy.Reporting & AnalyticsPrepare quarterly and ad hoc investment reports for management, committees, and the Board.Assist with performance measurement, benchmark reporting, asset allocation monitoring, and risk reporting.Support production of materials for Investment Committee meetings and strategic discussions.Develop and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and analytical resources.Ensure consistency and accuracy across internal and external investment reporting.Treasury ManagementMaintain cash forecasts and liquidity analyses to support treasury management.Monitor cash flows, liquidity needs, and cash balances to ensure timely funding of financial obligations and operating requirements. Overseeing transfers and reinvestments of excess cash.Oversee other treasury-related functions as needed, including monitoring and reporting on debt covenant compliance, and related functions.Vendor & Relationship ManagementServe as a primary operational contact for custodians, banks, fund administrators, consultants, auditors, and technology providers.Monitor service provider performance and recommend enhancements when appropriate.Coordinate information sharing among investment, accounting, legal, and finance stakeholders.Assist with due diligence reviews and onboarding of new managers and service providers.Process Improvement & TechnologyDevelop, document, and maintain investment operations procedures and workflowsIdentify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce operational risk, and enhance reporting capabilities.Support implementation, optimization, and ongoing administration of investment technology platforms.Assist with systems integration, automation, and data management initiatives.Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.Key CompetenciesStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills.Self-motivated, detailed and results-oriented with the ability to work in a timely manner and prioritize work. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detailStrong knowledge of multi-asset investing principles, vehicles, strategies, and operations, with knowledge of alternative investments a plus.Strong interpersonal skills and ability collaborate with a broad range of constituencies with tact and diplomacy.High level of integrity, discretion, and professional judgment.Ability to work to the demands of the position which include some travel and at times may exceed a 40-hour work week.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience5+ years of related experience in investment operations, investment accounting, fund administration, public accounting, endowment management, foundation investing, family office operations, or a related field.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Direct experience with MSCI Total Plan (formerly Caissa) preferred, including use of the platform for asset allocation analysis, portfolio construction, risk modeling, liquidity analysis, scenario testing, and total portfolio management. Experience with business intelligence and reporting tools such as Power BI is a plusSalary:The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $135,000. It will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also placing an emphasis on internal equity.Benefits:Benefits start from day one. We offer medical, dental, and vision plans and will make an annual contribution to your health savings account if enrolled in one of the high-deductible health plans offered by the Foundation.In addition, there are a few other perks to being a UConn Foundation employee:We offer a generous contribution to your 403(b) retirement plan to help you plan for retirement.We place an emphasis on work/life balance. In addition to a hybrid schedule, you will receive thirteen paid holidays, five weeks of paid time off per calendar year, and additional sick time.We invest in your professional development. Aside from opportunities to participate in various trainings, committees, and conferences throughout the year, you will also be eligible for tuition reimbursement after one year of employment.Please contact an Employee Support & Experience team member if you need any assistance completing any forms or participating in any part of the application process due to a disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr