Job Overview – Controller (Corporate & Fund Accounting):
Compensation: $130,000 – $145,000/year + bonus
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Atlantic Group is hiring a Controller (Corporate & Fund Accounting) in New York, NY. In this hybrid role with our client, you will lead corporate and fund accounting, oversee month-end close, prepare consolidated financial statements, and manage audits and tax processes. You will ensure GAAP and ASC 958 compliance while supporting NAV reporting and investor-related activities. Ideal for professionals with audit or fund administration experience looking to lead accounting operations across multiple entities.
Responsibilities as the Controller (Corporate & Fund Accounting):
- Financial Oversight: Lead full-cycle accounting and reporting, including reconciliations, journal entries, consolidated statements, and preparation of board-ready financial packages.
- Audit & Compliance: Manage annual audits, support tax filings (including Form 990), and ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP, FASB standards, and internal control requirements.
- Fund Accounting: Oversee NAV reporting, capital calls, distributions, and investor reporting while ensuring compliance with fund governing documents.
- AP, Expenses & Cash Management: Review vendor invoices, coordinate payment processing, manage employee expenses, and maintain accurate cash activity and records.
- Improvement & Budget Support: Enhance internal controls, streamline workflows, support budgets and forecasts, and drive automation and operational efficiency initiatives.
Qualifications for the Controller (Corporate & Fund Accounting):
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required (CPA strongly preferred).
- Experience: 6+ years in audit or fund accounting, ideally from fund administration or public accounting with exposure to investment funds.
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting systems, nonprofit reporting tools, and fund accounting platforms.
- Industry Knowledge: Understanding of nonprofit accounting standards, ASC 958, philanthropic fund structures, NAV reporting, and audit and tax compliance requirements.
- Skills & Attributes: Analytical, detail-oriented, strong communicator with solid leadership and problem-solving skills who can manage multiple priorities and work well across teams.
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.