Controller / Assistant Controller / SFA

  • Location: New York, NY , New York
  • Type: Perm (Contingency)
  • Job #31982
  • Salary: $125,000.00

Compensation: $125,000-$170,000 + bonus
Location: New York, NY

Asset management firm is looking for a Controller to join its growing accounting team. This role will provide support for the Director of Finance and Accounting. The Controller will be responsible for all aspects of day-to-day accounting. 

Highlights About the Company & Position:

  • Review and interpret organizational documents to set up new entities.
  • Review administrator books and records for monthly and quarterly closes by utilizing internal accounting systems.
  • Coordinate with other internal and external groups to ensure timely receipt of deliverables.
  • Prepare and maintain various internal and external fund performance reports.
  • Responsible for preparation of periodic reports for management as well as quarterly and annual financial and tax reporting.
  • Assist auditors and administrators with preparation and review of annual financial statements, including supporting schedules and footnote disclosures.
  • Assist with preparation and review of responses to prospective and existing investor requests.
  • Perform other ad hoc tasks and projects as requested.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • 7 + years of relevant public accounting experience required. 
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. 
  • CPA required.
  • Closed ended credit hedge fund accounting experience required. 
  • Audit experience is preferred. 
  • Experience with Advent Geneva a plus.
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to handle confidential material with discretion.
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently.
  • Understanding of accounting and reporting processes required.


Note: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, we will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

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Job ID: 31982