Controller - Private Equity

Our client, a well-known PE firm located in downtown, NY, is looking to hire a Controller on a consultant basis. This individual will work closely with the CFO, running quarterly close, managing fund administrators and auditors, and delivering accurate, timely reporting to investors and the investment team. The role suits a technically strong accountant who wants broad exposure in a growing firm.

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ResponsibilitiesOversee quarterly and annual close for all funds.Review fund financial statements, partners' capital account statements, and investor reporting.Manage capital calls and distributions, and own the distribution waterfall.Review management fee, fund expense, and partnership expense allocations for accuracy and compliance.Oversee quarterly portfolio valuation process in partnership with the deal team.Own accounting, budgeting, and cash management for the management company and GP entitiesPrepare the annual management company budget and monthly variance reportingLead annual audits for funds and the management company; serve as primary contact for external auditorsCoordinate with tax advisors on K-1 preparation, tax estimates, and structuringSupport regulatory filings, including Form PF, Form ADV, and FBAR, alongside complianceMaintain xzbcwsv and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures
RequiredBachelor's degree in Accounting or FinanceCPA license8+ years of accounting experience, in an alternative investments / asset management practiceHands-on experience building and reviewing distribution waterfall models Advanced Excel skillsExperience managing and developing staff