Fund Controller

GP Fund Solutions; Town of Colonie (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPA Reimbursement Program

Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance & 401(k)

Generous PTO, Sick Time & Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading fund administration service in the United States is seeking an experienced Controller to manage client financials and ensure accurate reporting. You will lead a team, provide technical accounting expertise, and maintain strong client relationships. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the Private Equity industry. Competitive benefits and a hybrid work schedule offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, 3+ in Private Equity Industry.
• Management experience required.
• Strong proficiency in financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting deliverables across multiple clients.
• Review client financial statements and key reports.
• Coordinate external audit process and tax reporting.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Financial reporting

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Technical accounting insights

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Overview

Controller – GP Fund Solutions

As a Controller at GPFS, your work drives client success, supports investors, and strengthens lasting relationships — all while growing your own career. Join GP Fund Solutions (GPFS) - a people-first fund administrator serving clients across the US, UK, and EU. We offer a collaborative culture, real career growth, and benefits that invest in your future. Our Controllers play a key role in supporting their teams—managing client financials, reviewing workbooks, and partnering with Directors on client strategy.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting deliverables across multiple clients.
• Review client financial statements, partner capital statements, and other key reports.
• Provide technical accounting expertise and industry insights to clients.
• Coordinate and oversee the external audit process, as well as annual tax reporting in partnership with third-party accounting firms.
• Prepare and review partner capital calls, waterfall models, distribution notices, and management fee calculations.
• Lead, train, and mentor team members by setting clear objectives, providing coaching, and delivering performance feedback.
• Ensure the team’s compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, effectively managing expectations and consistently meeting deliverables.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, 3+ in Private Equity Industry
• Management experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).

Why GPFS?

• Strong training plans and materials provided.
• CPA Reimbursement Program to support your career.
• Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & 401(k).
• Generous PTO, Sick Time & Paid Holidays.
• Hybrid Scheduling after probation period.
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture where people come first.

✨ At GPFS, every voice matters and every win is shared. We’re raising the bar in our industry—come grow with us!

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