Job Overview – Fund Controller
Compensation: $120,000 – $170,000/year + bonus
Location: Boston, MA
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Atlantic Group is hiring a Fund Controller in Boston, MA for our client, supporting fund accounting, financial reporting, fund operations, and accounting oversight across a diversified investment management platform. This leadership role will oversee fund finance activities, financial reporting, operational processes, and third-party service providers while partnering closely with senior leadership to enhance financial controls, improve operational efficiency, and support strategic business initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in fund accounting, alternative investments, and investment management, along with strong leadership, technical accounting, and process improvement expertise.
Responsibilities as the Fund Controller:
- Fund Finance Leadership: Oversee fund accounting and operational activities across multiple alternative investment strategies while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial controls.
- Service Provider Oversight: Manage relationships with fund administrators, custodians, auditors, and other third-party partners while maintaining high service standards and operational effectiveness.
- Financial Reporting: Oversee fund accounting, financial reporting, cash management, and accounting processes to support accurate reporting and regulatory compliance.
- Strategic Initiatives: Partner with investment and executive leadership on fund launches, operational enhancements, technology implementations, and finance transformation projects.
- Process Improvement: Lead initiatives focused on automation, system enhancements, operational controls, and workflow optimization to improve scalability and efficiency.
- Team Management: Mentor and develop finance professionals while establishing best practices, maintaining technical standards, and supporting cross-functional collaboration.
Qualifications for the Fund Controller:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- Certification: CPA, CFA, CAIA, or a related professional designation is required.
- Experience: 7+ years of experience in fund accounting, fund finance, public accounting, fund administration, or alternative investment management is required.
- Industry Knowledge: Experience with private equity, hedge funds, secondaries, registered funds, partnership accounting, and alternative investment structures is required.
- Technical Skills: Advanced Excel skills are required, and experience with financial systems, automation tools, and business intelligence platforms is preferred.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong leadership, analytical, technical accounting, communication, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across cross-functional teams are required.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.