CONTROLLER - FUND ACCOUNTING

Pathway Capital Management; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathway Capital Management is looking for a Controller for Fund Accounting to oversee accounting operations in their Irvine office. The role requires extensive experience in asset management accounting and financial reporting. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, CPA certification, and 10-15 years of relevant experience.

This position includes responsibilities for managing financial reports, working with external auditors, and developing accounting systems while providing a hybrid work option.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of experience in fund accounting.
• Strong audit experience from a public accounting firm.
• Proven skills in financial statement audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of accounting staff related to investment funds.
• Produce timely and accurate financial reports.
• Coordinate year-end audit with outside accounting firm.

Skills

Asset management accounting

GAAP financial reporting

Audit experience

Supervising staff

General ledger systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in business-related major

CPA or Chartered Accountant

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

Pathway Capital Management, LP

Position

Controller – Fund Accounting

Location

Onsite in Irvine office Monday–Thursday; option to work remotely on Fridays, depending on business needs

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related major

Experience

10 to 15 Years

Certifications

CPA or Chartered Accountant required

One of nine Controllers reporting to a Senior Vice President - Finance.

Background and Experience Requirements

• Asset management / alternative investments accounting
• Audit experience from a public accounting firm
• Supervising and mentoring professional staff
• GAAP financial reporting, preferably as it relates to investment companies and funds of funds
• Proficient in using general ledger accounting systems (such as Sage Intacct)
• Acting as a liaison with external auditors
• Planning and performing financial statement audits

Summary of Position Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor the day-to-day operations of the accounting staff as it relates to the Company’s investment funds, including the establishment and ongoing review of the Company’s accounting policies and procedures.
• Maintenance and development of adequate internal controls and procedures.
• Responsible for the production of timely and accurate financial reports and information.
• Work with the Company’s outside accounting firm on the year-end audit and perform detailed review of audit reports prior to final issuance.
• Respond to various investor requests for reports and information.
• Review legal terms for potential investments.
• Reviewing fund agreements for accounting implications.
• Assist in the development and testing of accounting technology.
• Hire and develop the Company’s accounting staff.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.

We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time.