Controller – CLO Accounting

CAW Network USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

CAW Network USA, a financial services firm in New York City, seeks an experienced Controller – CLO Accounting to lead fund accounting and reporting functions. You will oversee monthly and quarterly results, NAVs, investor statements, and performance calculations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

The ideal candidate has a CPA, 10–12 years of fund accounting experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10–12 years of accounting or finance experience, including investment fund accounting and reporting.
• CPA required.
• Experience with credit investments preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal daily direction and take ownership of assigned objectives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and email.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate with employees, management, and external partners to solve problems and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly and quarterly fund accounting and reporting, including financial results, investor allocations, and performance calculations.
• Review work prepared by fund administrators, including NAVs, investor statements, capital activity, and supporting schedules.
• Monitor fund cash activity, liquidity needs, expenses, and budgets to support investment and operating decisions.
• Review portfolio and accounting data, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution of reconciliation items.
• Review management and performance fee calculations for accuracy.
• Respond to investor inquiries regarding fund reporting, account activity, and tax information.
• Coordinate with auditors and tax advisors on annual financial statements, tax reporting, and related requests.
• Partner with investment, investor relations, and other internal teams on reporting and special projects.
• Support applicable regulatory reporting and help improve accounting policies, processes, and controls.

Skills

Investment fund accounting

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

A Financial Services Firm based in New York City is seeking an experienced professional to join their team as a Controller – CLO Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly and quarterly fund accounting and reporting, including financial results, investor allocations, and performance calculations.
• Review work prepared by fund administrators, including NAVs, investor statements, capital activity, and supporting schedules.
• Monitor fund cash activity, liquidity needs, expenses, and budgets to support investment and operating decisions.
• Review portfolio and accounting data, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution of reconciliation items.
• Review management and performance fee calculations for accuracy.
• Respond to investor inquiries regarding fund reporting, account activity, and tax information.
• Coordinate with auditors and tax advisors on annual financial statements, tax reporting, and related requests.
• Partner with investment, investor relations, and other internal teams on reporting and special projects.
• Support applicable regulatory reporting and help improve accounting policies, processes, and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10–12 years of accounting or finance experience, including investment fund accounting and reporting.
• CPA required.
• Experience with credit investments preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal daily direction and take ownership of assigned objectives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and email.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate with employees, management, and external partners to solve problems and deliver results.

Reference No. 61485

$175,000 to $200,000 depending on experience