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Jessica Claire
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Professional Summary

Accomplished senior financial accountant specializing in hedge funds, funds of funds, and the financial services industry Visionary financial accountant driven to strengthen organizational performance through the development of innovative investment, policy, and structural solutions. Financial operations expert with diverse experience encompassing startups, joint ventures, and established corporations across a range of industries. Motivational leader with a talent for building high-performance teams as a hands-on trainer, mentor, and coach. Engaging advisor and articulate communicator adept at building rapport with clients, business partners, investors, and employees across all organizational levels.

Skills
  • Highlights of Expertise
  • Financial Strategy and Policy Development
  • Budgeting, Forecasting, and Reporting
  • Internal Audits and Accounting Controls
  • Due Diligence and Regulatory Compliance
  • Portfolio Accounting and NAV Calculations
  • Administrative and Operations Leadership
  • Infrastructure and Change Management
  • Staff Recruitment and Team Building
  • Client, Vendor, and Investor Relations
  • Performance Analysis and Improvement
Work History
01/2009 to
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Cook County Sheriff Chicago, IL,
  • Fulfilled a multifaceted leadership role encompassing corporate accounting, human resources, and business planning within a startup organization specializing in multi-strategy alternative investments
  • Co-designed strategic hiring, onboarding, and training plans; established infrastructure to ensure the fulfillment of staffing needs
  • Forged solid relationships with external auditors, tax professionals, legal counsel, and prime brokers as a senior company representative
  • Built all processes, account protocols, and standard operating procedures from the ground up, including operational and financial due diligence procedures for the asset manager.
01/2012 to Current
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Cr Architecture + Design City, STATE,
  • Provide strategic direction to a privately held consulting firm providing individuals and corporations with comprehensive accounting and financial management solutions
  • Leverage expertise in hedge funds, funds of funds, and financial services to deliver tailored solutions to a diverse base of clientele
  • Oversee the financial operations of a food specialty manufacturing company; build foundational policies, processes, and controls to support sustainable success
  • Launched a new business line and deployed multi-platform marketing strategies while continuing to provide a diverse client portfolio with direct support.
01/2010 to 01/2012
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER RICHCOURT USA, INC City, STATE,
  • Governed the financial operations of an international fund of hedge funds with $1B of capital across various alternative investment managers and hedge fund managers
  • Orchestrated the financial operations of the holding company and four management companies, including cash management, forecasting, and monthly NAV calculations
  • Advised the executive team regarding best financial practices and served as a resource to all levels of personnel
  • Collaborated with internal and external teams to prepare 18 individual financial statements, consolidated reports, and other key financial documents
  • Maximized revenues by streamlining foreign operations; championed numerous improvement initiatives domestically, such as the complete overhaul of accounting systems
  • Spearheaded a plan for an internal management takeover; completed extensive analysis to develop an actionable buyout plan with clearly defined goals
  • Integrated the operations and accounting of the fund of hedge funds, management companies, and holding company into a consolidated Registered Investment Advisor
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations by creating new financial due diligence procedures and implementing monthly record reviews.
01/2004 to 01/2008
COO, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / VICE PRESIDENT QUADRANGLE GROUP LLC / HARPOON EQUITY MANAGEMENT LLC City, State,
  • Served as the, and CFO of Harpoon Equity Management, and VP of Finance with Quadrangle Group, a firm with $6B of capital in private equity, hedge funds, and assets
  • Directed all core financial functions, from policy development and the establishment of internal controls to audits and tax returns
  • Collaborated with senior marketing leadership to prepare and deliver insightful due diligence presentations to potential investors
  • Supervised complex projects and programs, such as joint initiatives with general counsel and reporting for $200M in KEYSOP assets
  • Increased assets under management from $5M to $500M+ through the execution of innovative financial strategies and marketed the firm for eventual sale
  • Navigated the acquisition and integration of Harpoon Equity Management into Quadrangle Group
  • Launched asset management business and engineered all associated systems, such as accounting protocols, reporting processes, and general operational policies
  • Enhanced the accuracy and efficiency of administrative operations by designing new records management, fee calculation, due diligence, and capital account management tools.
Education
Expected in
Bachelor of Science: Accounting and Economics
Rutgers College - New Brunswick, NJ
GPA:
Expected in
Certified Public Accountant | New:
Jersey Board of Accountancy - Newark, NJ
GPA:

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School Attended

  • Rutgers College
  • Jersey Board of Accountancy

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  • CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
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  • COO, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / VICE PRESIDENT

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science
  • Certified Public Accountant | New

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