Assistant Fund Controller - Hedge Fund

About the Role

Provide oversight and mentorship to junior fund accounting professionals. Act as a primary liaison with auditors, tax advisors, administrators, and other external service providers. Partner with internal teams across operations, compliance, legal, and finance on strategic initiatives and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Review complex management fee, incentive fee, and allocation calculations across multiple investment vehicles.
• Lead annual audit and financial reporting processes, including the preparation and review of fund financial statements.
• Coordinate tax reporting efforts and work alongside external tax providers to ensure timely and accurate filings.
• Monitor fund governing documents and ensure adherence to accounting and reporting requirements.
• Drive enhancements to accounting processes, controls, and systems to support continued growth.
• Oversee the review of fund NAV packages, investment valuations, capital activity, and investor reporting while coordinating closely with third-party administrators.
• Manage daily fund accounting operations, including general ledger activity, expense allocations, and shadow accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally combining public accounting and alternative investment fund experience.
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting, investment valuations, and financial reporting under U.S. GAAP.
• Experience reviewing work and providing guidance to junior team members.
• CPA designation required.
• Background in hedge funds, private credit, private equity, or other alternative investment structures preferred.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.