Corporate Controller (Alternative Investments)

Coda Search│Staffing; United States; On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in NYC is seeking a Corporate Controller to manage corporate accounting and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will oversee financial reporting, ensure compliance with regulations, and collaborate with senior management. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of accounting/finance experience; CPA preferred.
• Experience with Tax Accounting/Reporting required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, monthly trial balance, and financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Collaborate with CFO/Controller on firm reporting.

Skills

Accounting theory

Fund accounting

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Portfolio Accounting Software (e.g., Sage)

Job description

This range is provided by Coda Search│Staffing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr

Our client is a highly profitable Alternative Investment Manager (Hedge Fund) based in NYC. The firm has recently opened a Corporate Controller/Management Company Portfolio Accounting position. The ideal candidate will be responsible for corporate accounting, reporting, and financial analysis. The candidate must be well-versed in reviewing and preparing firm financials, maintaining books and records, and presenting findings to the CFO/Controller.

Work schedule: 3 days in office, 3/2 WFH in midtown NYC.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries, monthly trial balance, balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statements.
• Oversee all financial reporting and accounting processes, including reviews, reconciliations, accruals, and maintenance of accounting records.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Manage FINRA regulatory filings.
• Prepare year-end audits and financial statements.
• Monitor vendor contracts, payables, and receivables.
• Review management fee calculations.
• Oversee fund-level payments and approvals.
• Perform financial statement prep, reconciliations, accruals, capital schedules, and investor correspondence.
• Collaborate with CFO/Controller on firm reporting and intra-company reconciliation.
• Open investor accounts and process transactions, ensuring compliance with fund documentation, AML, regulations, and policies.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong understanding of accounting theory, fund accounting, and financial reporting.
• 4-8 years of accounting/finance experience; CPA preferred but not required.
• Experience with Tax Accounting/Reporting required.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with all management levels.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Portfolio Accounting Software (e.g., Sage) preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Innovative and creative thinker.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, Finance
• Industries: Financial Services, Capital Markets, Market Research