Fund Controller

3 Bridge Networks; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

3 Bridge Networks is seeking a Fund Controller to lead its fund accounting, financial reporting, and operational finance activities in New York. The role partners with the CFO, investment professionals, and external service providers to deliver accurate, timely NAV, statements, and LP reporting.

The ideal candidate has private equity or alternative investment experience, a hands-on mindset, and a track record of improving processes within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of accounting experience including private equity or alternative investments.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and investor reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fund accounting and financial reporting across multiple private equity funds and related entities.
• Manage the quarterly and annual close process, including review of NAV calculations, financial statements, capital account statements, and supporting schedules.
• Review capital calls, distributions, management fees, carried interest allocations, expense allocations, and investment activity.
• Partner closely with third-party fund administrators to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare and review investor reporting, fund financial statements, and other limited partner deliverables.
• Coordinate annual audits and tax processes with external auditors, tax advisors, and fund administrators.
• Support cash management, capital activity, and fund liquidity planning.
• Maintain and strengthen fund accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting processes.
• Assist with fundraising, investor diligence, and other strategic firm initiatives.
• Serve as a key resource to internal investment, legal, tax, finance, and operations teams.
• Mentor and develop junior accounting staff, as applicable.

Skills

Private equity experience

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Fund accounting systems

Job description

A growing private equity firm is seeking a Fund Controller to lead its fund accounting, financial reporting, and operational finance activities. This is a highly visible position that will work closely with the CFO, investment professionals, investor relations, and external service providers.

The ideal candidate is a strong technical accountant with private equity or alternative investment experience who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes, and working in a hands-on, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fund accounting and financial reporting across multiple private equity funds and related entities
• Manage the quarterly and annual close process, including review of NAV calculations, financial statements, capital account statements, and supporting schedules
• Review capital calls, distributions, management fees, carried interest allocations, expense allocations, and investment activity
• Partner closely with third-party fund administrators to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Prepare and review investor reporting, fund financial statements, and other limited partner deliverables
• Coordinate annual audits and tax processes with external auditors, tax advisors, and fund administrators
• Support cash management, capital activity, and fund liquidity planning
• Maintain and strengthen fund accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting processes
• Assist with fundraising, investor diligence, and other strategic firm initiatives
• Serve as a key resource to internal investment, legal, tax, finance, and operations teams
• Mentor and develop junior accounting staff, as applicable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA strongly preferred
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including meaningful private equity, venture capital, hedge fund, fund administration, or alternative investment experience
• Strong understanding of private equity fund accounting, partnership accounting, capital calls, distributions, management fees, carried interest, and investor reporting
• Experience working with fund administrators, auditors, tax providers, and other outside partners
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with fund accounting or reporting systems
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Polished communicator with a collaborative, hands-on approach

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role within a growing private equity platform and help build scalable fund finance processes for the future.