I'm currently partnering with a well-established private investment firm to identify an Assistant Controller, Fund Accounting to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with fund accounting experience who is looking to take the next step in their career with a highly respected platform. The role offers strong exposure to private markets, a collaborative culture, and excellent long-term growth potential.
Assistant Fund Controller - Hedge Funds Job Summary:
- Provide oversight and mentorship to junior fund accounting professionals.
- Review complex management fee, incentive fee, and allocation calculations across multiple investment vehicles.
- Act as a primary liaison with auditors, tax advisors, administrators, and other external service providers.
- Lead annual audit and financial reporting processes, including the preparation and review of fund financial statements.
- Coordinate tax reporting efforts and work alongside external tax providers to ensure timely and accurate filings.
- Partner with internal teams across operations, compliance, legal, and finance on strategic initiatives and process improvements.
- Monitor fund governing documents and ensure adherence to accounting and reporting requirements.
- Drive enhancements to accounting processes, controls, and systems to support continued growth.
- Oversee the review of fund NAV packages, investment valuations, capital activity, and investor reporting while coordinating closely with third-party administrators.
- Manage daily fund accounting operations, including general ledger activity, expense allocations, and shadow accounting processes.
Assistant Fund Controller - Hedge Fund Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; advanced degree is a plus.
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally combining public accounting and alternative investment fund experience.
- Strong knowledge of fund accounting, investment valuations, and financial reporting under U.S. GAAP.
- Experience reviewing work and providing guidance to junior team members.
- CPA designation required.
- Background in hedge funds, private credit, private equity, or other alternative investment structures preferred.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

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