Private Investments- Controller

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients. We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities. Title: Private Investments –Controller Business Unit: Global Private Platform Delivery Location: Charlotte, NC or Springfield, MA Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A majority-owned subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. Job Summary Barings’ Global Client Operations team has an Associate Director level opening for a motivated individual who would like to join our team of financial professionals. This individual will be responsible for oversight of multiple portfolios, client reporting and providing support to both internal and external clients. The candidate may at times support multiple assets classes under the private investment platform, which includes Real Estate Debt and Real Estate Equity. The ideal candidates will have broad accounting expertise as well as be knowledgeable of operational best practices. Our teams consist of highly skilled CPAs, MBAs, and CFAs who are expected to provide accurate, timely, and efficient services. This individual will be responsible for the following areas: Primary Responsibilities Perform accounting and finance fiduciary responsibility over firm’s private investments including real estate and commercial mortgage loans.Work effectively with third party service providersMaintain the general ledger and various sub-ledgers, where applicablePrepare and review trial balancesPerform the quarterly close processManage and monitor the timing and quality of client deliverablesManage workflow for capital calls and distributionsImplementation of fund structures on accounting systemsWork closely with investment teamsProduction of client reports (month/quarterly cycles)Produce account level financial performance metricsInteract with senior management, portfolio management team and investment analystsProactively communicate and coordinate with various internal groupsInteract with valuation teamAd hoc reports as needed Qualifications 5+ years of accounting experience (Big 4 public accounting preferred)Experience in fund accounting and preparation of financial statements is preferred.Project management skills with attention to detail and proven ability to multi-taskBachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA designation preferred)Strong written and verbal communication skillsWorking knowledge of Excel and Word essential Base Salary Range: $115,000- $135,000 (also eligible for additional incentive programs) Requisite Skills Additional Skills Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Barings Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision CoverageFitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Fertility Benefits FINANCIAL WELL-BEING Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company MatchHealth Savings Account (HSA) with Company ContributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent CareRetirement Health Reimbursement Account LIFE INSURANCE Basic and Supplemental Life InsuranceSpouse and Child Life Insurance TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual HolidaysPaid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)Short and Long Term Disability PlansPaid Volunteer Time Other Benefits Education Assistance ProgramCharitable Matching Gifts ProgramCommuter Reimbursement ProgramAdoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program