Job Description
Job Description
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
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Oversee accounting and financial reporting for multiple private equity funds, including quarterly and annual financial statements, capital calls, distributions, and investor reporting.
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Manage capital account maintenance and waterfall calculations in accordance with fund LPAs.
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Coordinate audits, tax filings, and compliance with external auditors and tax advisors.
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Ensure proper valuation processes for portfolio investments, working with the investment and valuation committees.
Management Company & Corporate Finance
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Oversee all aspects of the management company’s financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
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Manage expense allocations between funds and management entities.
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Monitor treasury functions, including capital activity and banking relationships.
Process & Systems Oversight
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Lead the implementation or optimization of financial systems and tools (e.g., Investran, eFront, or similar).
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Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
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Evaluate and improve operational workflows to support scalability and regulatory compliance.
Leadership & Strategic Support
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Supervise and mentor a team of accountants and operations staff.
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Partner closely with investor relations, compliance, legal, and deal teams on cross-functional initiatives.
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Support fundraising, due diligence, and performance analytics for current and prospective LPs.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
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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.
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Deep understanding of fund structures, LPAs, waterfall modeling, and investment accounting.
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Strong technical proficiency with Excel.
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Exceptional attention to detail, communication, and leadership skills.