As an Alternatives Fund Controller Professional in our Alternatives Fund Management team, you will spend each day defining, refining & delivering set goals for the firm.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide expertise to ensure smooth team operations.
- Manage the onboarding process, including reviewing fund materials, opening bank accounts, setting up with fund administrators, and preparing budgets.
- Review and approve fund NAV packages, financials, investor allocations, cash management, and financial statements.
- Oversee preparation and approval of capital calls and distributions.
- Review quarterly performance reports for private equity fund of funds.
- Process subscriptions and redemptions for hedge funds and multi-asset funds.
- Collaborate with the Alternatives Fund Controller team and third-party fund administrators on deliverables, accounting issues, reporting, and valuation.
- Prepare and review regulatory filings and data for reporting.
- Monitor third-party service providers and prepare board meeting materials.
- Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives led by the Fund Controllers team.
- Interact with fund administrators, auditors, depositaries, and tax preparers to ensure smooth financial operations.
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
- Minimum of 3 years in fund accounting for Private Equity and/or Hedge Funds.
- Partnership accounting experience required.
- Strong understanding of private equity and hedge fund mechanics.
- Experience in preparation and/or review.
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
- Lead by example and think creatively to solve complex issues.
- Strong skills in problem-solving, detail orientation, and negotiation.
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
- Certification: CPA/CA preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a successful track record in senior management presentations.
- Strong team-building skills, ability to set priorities, delegate, and manage team resources.
- Exceptional skills in building consensus and influencing across groups with differing perspectives.