Assistant Controller, Robert Half

Assistant Controller

Robert Half

Location:

United States, Chicago

Category:

Finance

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

200000.00 - 210000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly.

Job Responsibility:

Perform initial, detailed review of the quarterly NAV close process and quarterly financial statements prepared by the fund financial analysts inclusive of complex/illiquid assets accounting and valuation, fee and expense review and performance reporting
Liaise directly with external auditors throughout the year on complex transactions and accounting conclusions through to the completion of the year-end audited financial statements
Research technical accounting issues for compliance
ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
Oversee and directly review the work of financial analysts, who perform day to day verification of portfolio transactions and accounting data, inclusive of accounting records, ledgers and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
Assist in the preparation and review of capital calls, distributions and in responding to investor questions and requests for information
Work directly with fund controllers to monitor and project future fund cash flows for the treasury management process including capital calls, distributions, and fee calculations, as governed by fund agreements
Opportunity to engage with Fund Administrator, traders, brokers, and custodians to the extent any liquid assets are purchased to ensure timely settlement of trades, loans, and monitoring of pending transactions
Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
Active mentorship/coaching of accounting/finance team members
provide technical, hands-on knowledge and skills, as needed
Assist with ad-hoc requests / projects within Finance department, from the CAO or CFO, and from the investment professionals, where applicable
Work together across the Firm’s finance team in consolidation, management reporting and accounting policy development processes
Additional duties and special projects as necessary

Requirements:

7+ years work of experience in financial accounting, audit or finance function for an alternative investment manager with exposure to credit, private equity funds or hedge funds
Strong accounting and finance experience with private funds and fund structures
Exposure to credit a plus
Experience with external audit processes and procedures
Knowledge of accounting principles including US GAAP and Investment Company Accounting
Bachelor’s degree with a major in Accounting or Finance, CPA license preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong Excel skills, and high level of proficiency in accounting software and other applications/tools
Strong organizational skills
Readily adaptable to change and a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate with all levels of management
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Collaborative team member with a strong drive to create a positive and inspiring work environment

Nice to have:

Exposure to credit
CPA license

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 22, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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