Controllers, AWM Fund Controllers Public, Associate Dallas · · Associate

Goldman Sachs Bank AG; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Associate for Controllers in Dallas, Texas. This role is crucial for ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of the firm while safeguarding its assets. You will engage with various teams and play a key part in the asset management division, reviewing valuations, handling reporting, and supporting fund processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment. If you are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to a reputable firm, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of related experience in financial control and reporting.
• Strong accounting knowledge, especially in alternative investments.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Review valuations and financial statements for private equity and hedge funds.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Teamwork

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Master’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Controllers, AWM Fund Controllers Public, Associate Dallas, Texas, United States

Controllers:

The mission of Controllers is to ensure that the firm meets the financial control and reporting obligations of a global, regulated and public financial institution. As part of the firm’s second line of defense, Controllers provides the critical analysis required while ensuring the internal and external financial information of the firm is accurate. Additionally, Controllers serves an important role in safeguarding the assets of the firm through the independent scrutiny of financial information. Controllers engages regularly with the firm’s regulators and auditors and through its strong culture of control and challenge helps to protect the firm from reputational and other risks.

Direct Hedge Funds, Hedge Funds Strategies and Private Equity Group are teams within Controllers that support the Asset & Wealth Management Division within the firm through an oversight over complex private funds.

Responsibilities:

• Safeguard the assets and reputation of the firm by controlling and supporting the asset management division, as well as ensuring compliance with the firm’s policies and the rules/regulations that govern global financial markets.
• Review quarterly/monthly valuations and NAVs for private equity and hedge funds, review year-end financial statements and perform related activities.
• Support the fund launch and liquidation processes.
• Handle corporate, regulatory and management reporting for funds.
• Work closely with other divisions, including: Business Teams, Product Services, Operations, IT and Trading Divisions.
• Work closely with fund administrators and auditors.

Qualifications:

• Related Experience: 4-7 years.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Master’s Degree in Accounting preferred.
• Prefer CA with experience in the alternative investments/private funds market and process management desired.
• Basic knowledge of financial statements preparation & review, USGAAP, IFRS knowledge and experience in coordinating with Big 4 accounting firms during the audit cycle is desirable.
• Basic industry knowledge and strong accounting knowledge. Accounting knowledge of financial products like Interest rate swaps, credit default swaps, currency options, etc. is desired.
• Strong analytical skills and detail-oriented.
• MS Office knowledge (Word, Excel) required.
• Able to grasp new concepts quickly and work in a team environment.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
• Excellent interpersonal, client relationship, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Self-starter, inquisitive, enthusiastic with a strong analytical mindset.