Assistant Controller, Retail Funds and BDC

About the role

The Assistant Controller will oversee the day-to-day accounting functions for the Firm’s retail funds including business development companies (“BDCs”) and real estate investment trusts (“REITs”). The Firm is a dynamic high growth organization with 25+ private investment funds across multiple domiciles and multiple retail funds.

Responsibilities

• Manage the coordination, preparation and review of SEC reporting, including quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K, frequent 8-Ks, and proxy processes.
• Oversee the preparation of accounting support packages and coordination with the third-party fund administrator, including operating expenses and account reconciliations.
• Perform manager-level review and sign-off on the monthly trial balances prepared by the third-party fund administrator and identify and resolve issues.
• Perform manager-level review over disclosure support schedules prepared by the third-party fund administrator.
• Support the BDC performance forecasting process and other various presentations to the Portfolio Managers, Leadership, and Board of Directors.
• Support the Investor Relations team with investor reporting and coordination & execution of operational needs with our third-party transfer agent.
• Care for the accuracy of Wall Street Office system data utilized in accounting support packages.
• Oversee the preparation of support schedules for tax reporting and compliance.
• Develop talent and continue to drive efficiencies through process improvements.
• Aid in training and management of the fund accounting team.
• Support ad-hoc internal and external reporting.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, CPA is a plus.
• Ideal candidate background would include:
• Experience in public accounting and/or professional services with client deadlines.
• Progressive experience within a company.
• SEC reporting exposure with public investment vehicles.
• Experience with retail funds (i.e., BDC, REITs).
• Experience with fixed income products; private credit is a plus.
• Experience working with Workiva or similar financial reporting/filing tool.
• Strong ability/knowledge of Microsoft Excel functions.
• Previous exposure to Wall Street Office bank loan system is a plus.
• A detail-oriented self-starter who enjoys a dynamic fast-paced work environment at a growing company.

Physical Requirements

• Stationary Work: Able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while performing computer work, phone communication, and administrative tasks.
• Movement: Occasionally moves about the office to access files, supplies, meeting rooms, or other work areas.
• Reaching/Positioning: Occasionally positions self to access shelves, organize materials, or retrieve office supplies.
• Computer and Equipment Use: Regularly operates a computer and other standard office productivity equipment (e.g., phone, printer, copier).
• Communication: Able to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic methods as required to perform essential job duties.

About Monroe Capital

Monroe Capital LLC (“Monroe”) is a premier asset management firm specializing in private credit markets across various strategies, including direct lending, technology finance, venture debt, alternative credit solutions, structured credit, real estate, and equity. Since 2004, the firm has been successfully providing capital solutions to clients in the U.S. and Canada. Monroe prides itself on being a value-added and user-friendly partner to business owners, management, and both private equity and independent sponsors. Monroe’s platform offers a wide variety of investment products for both institutional and high net worth investors with a focus on generating high-quality “alpha” returns irrespective of business or economic cycles. The firm is headquartered in Chicago and has 12 locations throughout the United States, Middle East, Asia, and Australia.