Fund Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Fund Accounting & Financial Reporting:
  Oversee accounting and reporting for closed-end real estate funds, including equity, debt, and co-investment vehicles
• Review and approve monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Ensure proper accounting for capital calls, distributions, waterfalls, carried interest, and management fees
• Oversee consolidation and elimination entries for complex fund and entity structures

• Review and oversee quarterly property valuations and fair value marks
• Coordinate with asset management and third-party valuation firms
• Ensure accurate calculation and reporting of NAV and performance metrics

• Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors
• Manage annual fund audits, including preparation of audit schedules and support
• Review tax allocations and K-1 reporting in coordination with tax providers
• Ensure compliance with partnership agreements, debt covenants, and investor reporting requirements

• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
• Oversee fund accounting operations, whether in-house or outsourced
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, workflows, and reporting processes
• Ensure timely and accurate cash reconciliations and fund-level controls

• Review and approve investor capital statements and quarterly investor reports
• Support investor due diligence requests and ad hoc reporting
• Provide financial analysis and insights to senior management
• Manage and mentor fund accountants and senior accountants
• Review work product for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
• Set priorities and manage deadlines across multiple funds

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Active CPA license required

• 8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Significant experience with closed-end real estate funds required
• Prior experience in private equity real estate, real estate investment management, or fund administration
• Experience overseeing audits and working with third-party fund administrators

• Expert knowledge of U.S. GAAP and partnership accounting
• Strong understanding of real estate fund structures, waterfalls, and carried interest
• Experience with fund accounting systems (e.g., Investran, Yardi, MRI, eFront, or similar)