Job Title: Controller – Private Equity
Location: New York, NY
Department: Finance / Accounting
Reports To: CFO / Head of Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly experienced Controller to lead the accounting, financial reporting, and operations for our private equity platform. This is a senior-level role responsible for overseeing the day-to-day fund and management company accounting, ensuring robust internal controls, and supporting strategic decision-making as the firm continues to scale.
This is an opportunity to join a firm known for its collaborative, inclusive, and high-integrity culture , where professionals are empowered to take ownership, grow their careers, and make a lasting impact. We foster a respectful, team-oriented environment that values transparency, curiosity, and continuous learning.
Key Responsibilities:
Fund Accounting & Operations
Oversee accounting and financial reporting for multiple private equity funds, including quarterly and annual financial statements, capital calls, distributions, and investor reporting.
Manage capital account maintenance and waterfall calculations in accordance with fund LPAs.
Coordinate audits, tax filings, and compliance with external auditors and tax advisors.
Ensure proper valuation processes for portfolio investments, working with the investment and valuation committees.
Management Company & Corporate Finance
Oversee all aspects of the management company’s financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
Manage expense allocations between funds and management entities.
Monitor treasury functions, including capital activity and banking relationships.
Process & Systems Oversight
Lead the implementation or optimization of financial systems and tools (e.g., Investran, eFront, or similar).
Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Evaluate and improve operational workflows to support scalability and regulatory compliance.
Leadership & Strategic Support
Supervise and mentor a team of accountants and operations staff.
Partner closely with investor relations, compliance, legal, and deal teams on cross-functional initiatives.
Support fundraising, due diligence, and performance analytics for current and prospective LPs.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
5–8 years of relevant experience, including audit experience at a Big 4 public accounting firm and/or fund accounting at a private equity firm or fund administrator.
Deep understanding of fund structures, LPAs, waterfall modeling, and investment accounting.
Strong technical proficiency with Excel.
Exceptional attention to detail, communication, and leadership skills.
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