Fund Controller – Real Estate Credit

Our client, a fast-growing middle-market asset manager based in New York, is seeking a Controller to oversee their Real Estate Credit investment platform, which totals $25b AUM.

About the role

This position is for an experienced (8-12 years) Fund Controller to oversee the fund accounting, financial reporting, and operational management of the company’s primary investment platform focused on commercial real estate lending. The role is full-time and in-office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all fund accounting, financial reporting, closing processes, and operational management across the company’s investment vehicles and related entities.
• Review and approve fund financial statements, management fee calculations, investor allocations, and general ledgers.
• Manage all capital activity, including capital calls, distributions, sub-closes, expense allocations, and fund-level cash movements.
• Lead treasury management across funds and entities, including cash forecasting, subscription facilities, banking relationships, and capital planning initiatives.
• Oversee development of fund-level forecasting, liquidity models, scenario analysis, and strategic financial reporting to support investment decisions.
• Oversee quarterly valuation processes and drive continuous process improvement across fund finance operations, including automation, enhanced controls, and AI-enabled reporting.
• Supervise a team of 6 fund finance professionals.

Requirements

• 8-12 years of experience in fund accounting, preferably within real estate or credit.
• CPA qualification.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, fund accounting, investor reporting, and fund operations.
• Prior experience leading and mentoring accounting teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with fund accounting systems, Excel, and automation tools.
• Workday and Yardi are preferred systems.

Benefits

• Total compensation range between $350,000 and $450,000.
• Carry eligibility after 12 months of employment.
• Excellent healthcare benefits and 401k match.
• Clear route for progression to C-Suite/Executive level.
• Remote working weeks at the end of August and December.