Assistant Controller – Venture Capital | Fund Accounting & Operations

Atlantic Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A venture investment firm in New York is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to lead financial operations across fund structures. The ideal candidate will manage financial statements, audits, and investor reporting while ensuring compliance with partnership agreements. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a CPA are required, along with 3–5 years of relevant experience. This is a full-time role offering competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a senior fund finance role within venture capital or private funds.
• Proven ability to interact with LPs, investors, and third-party providers in a clear and professional manner.
• Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive; able to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage quarterly and annual financial statements, K-1s, and compliance filings.
• Maintain fund-level accounting, including partner allocations and valuation processes.
• Lead annual audits and manage tax preparation across the fund and management company entities.
• Administer capital calls, distributions, and ongoing cash management.
• Maintain internal financial databases and synthesize portfolio company data.
• Assist with investor reporting and communicate with LPs.
• Coordinate with legal, fund admins, auditors, and tax advisors.

Skills

Fund accounting

GAAP knowledge

Strong Excel skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA required

Tools

Financial platforms

Portfolio tracking systems

Job description

Assistant Controller – Venture Capital | Fund Accounting & Operations

This range is provided by Atlantic Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

Join a fast-growing venture investment platform and lead the financial operations across fund structures and investor reporting.

Responsibilities as the Assistant Controller:

• Fund Reporting & Oversight: Manage quarterly and annual financial statements, K-1s, and compliance filings in alignment with partnership agreements.


• Books & Records Management: Maintain fund-level accounting, including partner allocations and valuation processes.


• Audit & Tax Coordination: Lead annual audits and manage tax preparation across the fund and management company entities.


• Capital Activity: Administer capital calls, distributions, and ongoing cash management.


• Portfolio Data & Metrics: Maintain internal financial databases and synthesize portfolio company data to support internal and external reporting.


• Investor Support: Assist with investor reporting, LP communications, and fundraising deliverables, including participation in annual meetings.


• Cross-Team Collaboration: Coordinate with deal teams, legal, fund admins, auditors, and tax advisors to ensure smooth execution and reporting accuracy.


• Compliance Tracking: Monitor adherence to partnership provisions and develop internal dashboards or tools to enhance reporting and visibility.


• Strategic Analysis: Deliver insights to senior leadership and assist with special projects as needed.

Qualifications for the Assistant Controller:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required


• Experience: 3–5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a senior fund finance role within venture capital or private funds


• Fund Knowledge: Deep understanding of fund accounting, GAAP, and partnership structures


• Technical Skills: Strong Excel skills; familiarity with financial platforms and fund admin tools (e.g., portfolio tracking systems like Standard Metrics)


• Communication: Proven ability to interact with LPs, investors, and third-party providers in a clear and professional manner


• Attributes: Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive; able to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Application Notice:

Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, we will retain your resume for future opportunities and may reach out as relevant roles arise.

Benefits

• Medical insurance


• Vision insurance


• 401(k)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Banking, Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, and Accounting