Assistant Controller Fund Accounting
Assistant Controller Fund Accounting
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$ 155 - 170000
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Job Description
The Assistant Controller will be primarily responsible for overseeing the daytoday accounting functions for several of the Firms fund structures. The Firm is a dynamic high growth organization which currently includes 25 private investment funds across multiple domiciles and two business development companies (BDCs). We are seeking a candidate to join our growing team with a proven ability to work collaboratively with groups across an organization and with outside service providers to direct appropriate information flow and effectively manage reporting deadlines. This is a hybrid position working 23 days a week from our Chicago office.
Job Responsibilities:
Manage the preparation and review of quarterly financial reporting and investor capital statements for certain private funds ensuring both internal and external deadlines are met.
Oversee the preparation of accounting support packages and coordination with the 3rd party fund administrator for certain private funds. Activities include developing expense budgets reviewing account reconciliations and performing flux analyses over key performance metrics.
Perform manager level review and sign off on the monthly/quarterly trial balances prepared by the 3rd party fund administrator and identify and resolve issues
Perform manager level review over disclosure support schedules prepared by the 3rd party fund administrator
Prepare quarterly fund performance summaries which include an executive summary of key performance metrics for the period.
Assist with investor reporting and coordinate the capital call and distribution process with the 3rd party fund administrator
Coordinate with the operations team to ensure accuracy of Wall Street Office system data utilized in accounting support packages focusing on significant or unusual transactions
Oversee the preparation of support schedules for tax reporting and compliance
Develop talent and continue to drive efficiencies through process improvements
Assist with training and management of the fund accounting team
Adhoc internal and external reporting
Minimum 6 years of relevant experience
Bachelor degree in Accounting/Finance CPA is a plus
Ideal candidate background would include:
Experience in public accounting and/or professional services with client deadline
Progressive experience within a company
Experience with private & retail funds
Experience with fixed income products; private credit is a plus
SEC reporting exposure with public investment vehicles is a plus
Strong ability / knowledge of Microsoft Excel functions
Previous exposure to Wall Street Office bank loan system is a plus
A detail oriented selfstarter who enjoys a dynamic fastpace work environment at a growing company
Compensation
The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation will also include a discretionary performancebased annual bonus. Note the salary range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications including but not limited to years of relevant work experience education and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.
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The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings including Comprehensive Medical/Rx Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; LongTerm Disability (LTD) and ShortTerm Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit.
Employment Type
Full Time
