Assistant Fund Controller - Private Credit | Onsite NYC

Vaco; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Investment Manager - Private Credit in New York City seeks an Assistant Fund Controller to support accounting, reporting and operational finance for a growing private markets platform.

The role covers fund accounting, financial reporting, valuation support, and business operations. Ideal candidate has hands-on accounting experience and is eager to advance in private credit and fund finance.

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.
• Fund administration or investment fund accounting experience is a strong plus

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.

Skills

Fund accounting experience

Accounting proficiency

Analytical skills

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Fund administration software

Job description

Investment Manager - Private Credit in New York City seeks an Assistant Fund Controller to support accounting, reporting and operational finance for a growing private markets platform.

The role covers fund accounting, financial reporting, valuation support, and business operations. Ideal candidate has hands-on accounting experience and is eager to advance in private credit and fund finance.