Assistant Controller
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
My client is a $4bAUM Private Equity firm seeking an Assistant Controller to work closely with and support our finance and investment teams. The primary responsibility of this role is to assist in managing all aspects of accounting and reporting for our Funds. This includes coordinating capital call/distribution preparation, tax compliance, marketing efforts, and addressing other ad hoc requests. Additionally, the Assistant Controller will collaborate with the investment team on deal activities, funds flow, and tax matters.Responsibilities:Oversee all aspects of fund accounting and financial reporting.Coordinate with fund administrators and review their work, including fund accounting and tax accounting.Understand fund structures and tax issues, identifying and addressing any blockers.Perform fund performance reporting and calculations.Review financial statements.Coordinate audits.Understand Limited Partnership Agreements (LPA) and side letters to monitor compliance.Conduct waterfall calculations.Correspond with Limited Partners and respond to ad hoc requests.Communicate with Portfolio Company CFOs/Controllers.Ensure compliance with credit facility terms.Assist with tax compliance, including reviewing partnership Form K-1s and returns, as well as corporate entity returns.Review carried interest allocations.Coordinate portfolio company tax financial reporting.Assist with the quarterly valuation process and preparation of materials for the Valuation Committee.Handle investor requests.Prepare cash transfers between accounts, set up wires, and review bank reconciliations.Fulfill various ad hoc reporting requests and special projects.Review and modify accounting/financial systems, procedures, and processes, as necessary.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.5-10 years of experience in fund accounting, preferably within private equity, venture capital, or a similar industry.Strong understanding of financial reporting standards and tax regulations.Experience with fund structures, waterfall calculations, and partnership accounting.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to correspond effectively with internal and external stakeholders.Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.Experience with fund administration platforms is a plus.
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