Lead Fund Controller, Private Funds

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven experienced fund controller to join Wellington’s private investment focused Fund Control & Operations team to support the launch and ongoing operations of the Private Investment platform’s semi-liquid private investment strategy, Venture Growth Evergreen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly NAV process, including review of administrator outputs and validation of: Complex private portfolio company and/or private credit transactions as well as public investment transactions; Portfolio valuation inputs and fair value adjustments; Management fee and performance fee calculations (including high-water mark / incentive fee structures); Income allocations and expense accruals.
• Ensure accuracy of investor records, flows, and capital balances within operational systems.
• Oversee related third-party service providers.
• Ensure compliance with prescribed accounting framework and governing documents.
• Support preparation and review of financial statements and regulatory reporting.
• Partner with Investor Relations and Transfer Agent on dealing date workflows, investor communications, and reporting.
• Partner with Treasury, Product, and Governance, and Investment teams on liquidity forecasting and cash management.
• Partner with Capital Formation, Legal, Tax, and other teams on fund structuring considerations for evergreen vehicles and related operational readiness.
• Drive design and improvement of operating models, workflows, and controls for semi-liquid funds.
• Develop and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and operational controls.

Qualifications

• BS (or above) in Accounting or Finance is required.
• CPA license is preferred but not required.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in private funds, including fund administrator, public accounting, or asset manager.
• Strong experience with investment company accounting, ideally with proficient understanding of accounting for both public and private investments.
• Strong experience with open-ended fund structures, including multi-share class funds.
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with data/reporting tools is a plus.

Attributes

• Self-motivation and commitment to excellence in their work.
• Ability and desire to operate in a high-growth, evolving product environment.
• Strong control mindset with focus on accuracy, risk management, and process improvement.
• Excellent collaborative and intrapersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage concurrent ongoing workflows (NAV + flows + reporting).
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to solve complex structural, operational, and accounting challenges.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is: USD 90,000 - 180,000

Schedule

We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week.