Assistant Fund Controller, Private Credit

Oliver James; West Palm Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

PTO and retirement benefits

Job summary

A top Private Credit Asset Manager is seeking an experienced Assistant Fund Controller in West Palm Beach, Florida. The successful candidate will manage a large fund, coordinate financial reporting, and ensure compliance with US GAAP. This role requires strong accounting skills with over 7 years of experience in private credit or from a top accounting firm. The position offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in accounting, with private credit or from a top accounting firm.
• Solid understanding of private credit products.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large fund with significant equity commitments.
• Coordinate the fund's reporting schedule and ensure timely delivery of financial reports.
• Oversee the preparation of quarterly and year-end financial statements.

Skills

Accounting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Private credit products knowledge

Tools

Investran

Job description

Assistant Fund Controller, Private Credit

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My client, a top Private Credit Asset Manager, is looking for an Assistant Controller to join and lead their expanding team. Our client works on a hybrid basis in West Palm, offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health, PTO and retirement benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a large fund with significant equity commitments across multiple jurisdictions.
• Coordinate the fund's reporting schedule and ensure timely delivery of financial reports.
• Participate in board meetings and provide financial updates.
• Oversee the preparation of quarterly and year-end financial statements, capital calls, and distribution notices.
• Ensure complex investments are properly accounted for under US GAAP.
• Assist with the investment valuation process.
• Collaborate with Treasury on liquidity forecasts.
• Handle requests from investors and regulatory bodies.
• Serve as the main point of contact for auditors and tax accountants.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years in accounting, preferably with private credit or from a top accounting firm.
• Solid understanding of private credit products.
• Familiarity with Investran e‑level portfolio monitoring software preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Experience managing teams or overseeing third-party administrators.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working in a growing organization.

For more information, please apply or reach out to [e-mail] directly.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Finance