Fund Controller

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Fund Accounting Controller to oversee the accounting operations and financial reporting for multiple investment funds. This role requires a strong understanding of investment structures, GAAP compliance, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will play a key role in fund launches, audits, and internal process improvements while leading a high-performing accounting team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full cycle of fund accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and investor allocations.
• Review and interpret fund legal documents to ensure financial statements align with investment structures and terms.
• Oversee internal tracking of Profit & Loss (P&L), Assets Under Management (AUM), and fund performance metrics.
• Lead the month-end and quarter-end close processes, including variance analysis, accruals, and investor reporting deliverables.
• Prepare and review investor statements and capital account reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support new fund launches, operational changes, and system enhancements.
• Analyze and prepare data for regulatory filings such as Form PF, Form ADV, and other compliance reporting.
• Partner with the Director of Finance to support interim and year-end financial audits and tax engagements.
• Assess and implement process improvements, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and efficiency across fund operations.
• Evaluate new fund proposals, including fee structures and distribution models, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Maintain and enhance complex Excel-based models used for forecasting and analysis.
• Participate in ad hoc projects and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of fund accounting experience, ideally within private equity or alternative investments.
• At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong command of U.S. GAAP and fund structures (e.g., waterfall calculations, capital calls/distributions).
• Proven experience working with complex fund models and high volumes of financial data.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills required; experience with accounting platforms and fund administration software a plus.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• May occasionally require extended hours during reporting periods or audits.
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively via phone, email, and video conferencing.
• Must be comfortable working with computers and navigating various accounting and business platforms.

Join Our Team:

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of critical fund accounting functions in a dynamic and fast-paced investment environment. If you thrive in a detail-driven role and are passionate about building scalable financial processes, we’d love to hear from you.

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Accounting/Auditing

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