Assistant Fund Controller

Job description

Company: Investment Manager - Private Credit

Role: Assistant Controller - Fund Finance

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000/annually + bonus

Location: New York City - 5 days a week onsite

About the Role: Our client, an alternative asset manager in the private credit and lending space, is seeking an Assistant Fund Controller to support the accounting, reporting, and operational finance activities of a growing alternative investment platform. This role offers broad exposure across fund accounting, financial reporting, valuation support, and business operations, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within private markets.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and is interested in gaining exposure to the investment management industry. This position will partner closely with finance leadership and external service providers while supporting a variety of accounting, reporting, and analytical initiatives. Fund accounting experience in private credit or private equity highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for investment vehicles and related entities

Assist with fund accounting activities, including investor transactions, capital activity, allocations, and financial reporting

Review and reconcile accounting records, investment activity, and supporting schedules

Coordinate with third-party administrators, auditors, tax advisors, and other service providers

Assist with valuation support, portfolio reporting, and financial analysis activities

Prepare financial statements, management reports, and investor reporting deliverables

Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities for the management company

Participate in audit, tax, and compliance-related projects

Help improve accounting processes, reporting workflows, and internal controls

Contribute to special projects and operational initiatives as the organization continues to grow

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

CPA preferred but not required

Experience in fund accounting, fund administration, public accounting, investment management, private equity, private credit, hedge funds, or related financial services environments

Understanding of investment fund structures, capital activity, and investor reporting

Experience working with fund administrators or other external service providers is highly desirable

Strong accounting, analytical, and organizational skills

Advanced Excel skills and experience working with financial data

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong attention to detail and a willingness to take ownership

Interested in building a career within private markets, alternative investments, or fund finance

Comfortable working on a lean, collaborative team

Enjoys a blend of accounting, reporting, and analytical responsibilities

Fund administration or investment fund accounting experience is a strong plus

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Worksite address

new york, NY, 10261, US

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