Fund Controller

Overview

• Lead the fund accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency for investment funds and vehicles.
• Collaborate with the CFO to oversee fund operations, audits, and compliance filings.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to align fund accounting with industry best practices.
• Manage fund liquidation processes and launch new investment vehicles effectively.
• Ensure accurate investor allocations, NAV calculations, and compliance with governing documents.
• Provide leadership and development opportunities for the fund accounting team.
• Support cross-functional collaboration with legal, compliance, and investor relations teams.
• Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and investment valuations to optimize financial performance.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee preparation and review of quarterly and annual fund financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with fund governing documents for fee calculations and IRR assessments.
• Manage year-end audits, coordinating with auditors and internal teams.
• Monitor and manage cash flow and liquidity for investment funds.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Interpret investment documentation to ensure proper accounting for debt and equity positions.
• Collaborate with third-party fund administrators for accurate and timely reporting.
• Support investor relations with compliance filings and ad hoc reporting requests.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in fund accounting or financial management.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing accounting teams.
• Strong knowledge of private equity fund structures and governing documents.
• Expertise in financial reporting, compliance filings, and audit management.
• Ability to implement process improvements and optimize operations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with investment valuation and pricing methodologies.