Controller- Family Office

StevenDouglas; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent family office is seeking a Controller to join their team in New York. In this hands-on role, you will manage general ledger operations, oversee day-to-day bookkeeping, and lead the month-end close process. The ideal candidate will have experience with QuickBooks and financial reporting in a multi-entity setup. This position also requires strong budgeting and forecasting skills alongside effective coordination with various teams within the organization.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in accounting and bookkeeping.
• Familiarity with financial reporting in a multi-entity environment.
• Ability to manage month-end close processes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the general ledger across multiple entities.
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including AP.
• Lead a timely month-end close process with proper documentation.
• Prepare recurring internal reporting packages for various stakeholders.
• Assist with entity-level tax reporting and related data.

Skills

QuickBooks

Sage Intacct

Financial reporting

Accounting operations

Budgeting and forecasting

Job description

A prominent family office is looking for a Controller to join their team. The office manages the assets, investments, financial and personal affairs of a high-net-worth principal This is a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves accounting role responsible for day-to-day bookkeeping, month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the general ledger across multiple entities using QuickBooks and/or Sage Intacct
• Manage day-to-day accounting operations including AP / bill pay workflow coordination
• Assist in preparation of outbound checks, wire transfers and other electronic payments.
• Lead a timely, consistent month-end close process, including close checklists, schedules, and documented procedures.
• Prepare recurring internal reporting packages (by entity and consolidated views).
• Assist with entity-level tax reporting and data related to hedge fund K-1s, partnerships, trusts, and personal holdings.
• Support cash tracking and liquidity visibility through reliable reporting and forecasting inputs.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes to facilitate financial planning and decision-making.
• Coordinate with external service providers
• Work closely with operations, legal, real estate, investment, and administrative personnel as needed