VP of Finance​/Controller; Private Equity

VP of Finance/ Controller (Private Equity)

This range is provided by Atlantic Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

Seeking an experienced finance and accounting professional to oversee critical aspects of fund and management company operations. This role will manage a cross-functional team, lead key accounting and compliance initiatives, and ensure the highest quality of financial reporting and controls. The ideal candidate brings both technical expertise and strong leadership skills, with a proven track record in alternative investments.

Leadership & Team Management

• Manage and mentor a team of four professionals across tax, fund finance, and management company accounting.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture while ensuring effective delegation and development of staff.
• Review all fund and management company financial statements prior to distribution, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Lead the management company expense allocation process, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to policies.
• Oversee treasury operations, including all banking payments, and review capital activity of the funds (contributions and distributions).

Third-Party & Operational Oversight

• Manage relationships with key third parties, including fund administrators, banking partners, audit firms, and other service providers.
• Collaborate with external compliance partners to ensure accurate and timely Know Your Customer (KYC) sign-offs for new investors.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Assist with compliance-related matters, including preparation of regulatory filings, compliance data tracking, and fund covenant monitoring.
• Support internal controls and best practices to mitigate financial and operational risk.
• Partner with the investor relations team to address Limited Partner (LP) questions during fundraising.
• Coordinate with third-party compliance firms to meet onboarding and reporting requirements for new investors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (advanced degree a plus).
• Public accounting foundation, ideally with Big 4 experience.
• 8+ years of progressive experience within the alternative investment industry.
• Strong technical skills, particularly in Excel and financial modeling.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with and present to senior management and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communicator, capable of explaining complex financial concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strategic mindset with hands-on execution ability.

• Director

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing

• Staffing and Recruiting