Fund Controller

Selby Jennings; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings in Washington, DC seeks a seasoned Fund Controller to oversee fund accounting, financial reporting, valuation oversight, and controls across multiple investment vehicles. You will partner with senior leadership, external service providers, and auditors to ensure accurate reporting and robust governance.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in fund accounting within investment management, a CPA designation preferred, and strong U.S. GAAP expertise.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of fund accounting or fund controller experience in investment management.
• Strong knowledge of partnership accounting, NAV calculations, and financial statements.
• Experience managing relationships with fund administrators, auditors, and tax advisors.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and investment company accounting.
• CPA designation preferred and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fund accounting and financial reporting across multiple investment vehicles.
• Review NAV packages, financial statements, and investor reporting prepared by third parties.
• Manage fund audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Review valuations and coordinate with investment professionals.
• Monitor cash activity, expenses, fees, and performance reporting.
• Ensure compliance with governing documents, regulations, and internal controls.
• Coordinate with tax advisors on fund tax compliance and investor reporting.
• Support investor relations and due diligence inquiries.
• Assist with fund launches, restructurings, and process improvements.

Skills

Fund accounting

NAV calculations

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Communication with senior management

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Fund accounting software

NAV systems

Job description

Well-established investment management firm with a diversified investment platform and a growing institutional client base. The firm manages capital across multiple strategies and maintains a strong focus on operational excellence, financial controls, and scalable infrastructure to support continued growth.

Position Overview:

The firm is seeking a Fund Controller to join its Washington, DC-based team. This individual will be responsible for overseeing fund accounting, financial reporting, valuation oversight, and operational controls across a range of investment vehicles. The role will work closely with senior leadership, investor relations, external service providers, and auditors to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the firm's financial reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the fund accounting and financial reporting processes across multiple investment vehicles.
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual NAV packages, financial statements, and investor reporting deliverables prepared by third-party administrators.
• Manage the fund audit process and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Review portfolio valuations and collaborate with investment professionals and valuation committees as needed.
• Monitor fund cash activity, expense allocations, management fee calculations, and performance reporting.
• Ensure compliance with fund governing documents, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
• Coordinate with tax advisors on fund tax compliance and investor tax reporting.
• Partner with investor relations to support investor requests and due diligence inquiries.
• Assist with fund launches, restructurings, and other strategic initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of fund accounting, fund finance, or fund controller experience within investment management, private equity, private credit, hedge funds, or alternative asset management.
• Strong understanding of partnership accounting, fund structures, NAV calculations, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience managing relationships with fund administrators, auditors, tax advisors, and other external service providers.
• Knowledge of investment valuation principles and fund performance reporting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and investment company accounting.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with fund accounting and reporting systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with senior management, investors, and external stakeholders.