Fund Controller (Private Equity)

Atlantic Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Group is seeking a Fund Controller (Private Equity) in New York, NY, to lead fund accounting and operations for closed-end funds. This role requires a CPA with extensive experience in the private equity sector and involves mentoring staff, managing audits, and ensuring regulatory compliance while partnering with investment teams.

Qualifications

• 7-12 years of experience in public/private accounting, focusing on private equity.
• Experience with closed-end fund structures and regulatory compliance.
• High proficiency with reporting tools and fund-level systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fund accounting, investor reporting, and tax compliance.
• Manage third-party administrators and mentor accounting staff.
• Lead external audits and ensure compliance with partnership structures.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Tools

Investran

Excel

Job description

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Job Overview – Fund Controller (Private Equity):

Compensation: $175,000 – $200,000/year + bonus

Location: New York, NY

Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)

Our client is hiring a Fund Controller (Private Equity) in New York, NY to oversee fund accounting, investor reporting, and operations for a portfolio of closed-end funds. This in-office leadership role includes managing third-party administrators, mentoring accounting staff, and partnering with investment teams on capital activity and fund performance. Ideal for a CPA with Investran expertise and deep experience in private equity structures, LPAs, and treasury management.

• Location: New York, NY
• Type: Perm (Contingency)
• Job #44584
• Salary: $175,000
  
  

Job Overview – Fund Controller (Private Equity):

Compensation: $175,000 – $200,000/year + bonus

Location: New York, NY

Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)

Our client is hiring a Fund Controller (Private Equity) in New York, NY to oversee fund accounting, investor reporting, and operations for a portfolio of closed-end funds. This in-office leadership role includes managing third-party administrators, mentoring accounting staff, and partnering with investment teams on capital activity and fund performance. Ideal for a CPA with Investran expertise and deep experience in private equity structures, LPAs, and treasury management.

Responsibilities as the Fund Controller (Private Equity):

• Fund Operations: Oversee fund accounting, investor reporting, performance analysis, tax compliance, and regulatory filings.
• Administrator & Staff Oversight: Manage third-party administrators and mentor Fund Accountants on reporting, journal entries, and waterfall modeling.
• Capital Activity: Review capital calls, distributions, investor notices, and sources and uses reports for accuracy and consistency.
• Audit & Compliance: Lead external audits and ensure alignment with LPA terms and partnership structures.
• Deal & Liquidity Support: Partner with investment teams on transactions while managing liquidity, credit facilities, and treasury operations.
• Tax Coordination: Work with tax advisors to ensure timely, accurate fund tax filings and related deliverables.
  
  

Qualifications for the Fund Controller (Private Equity):

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Licensure: CPA required.
• Experience: 7-12 years of progressive public/private accounting experience, preferably with a focus on private equity or closed-end fund structures.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Investran is required, along with strong Excel skills and experience using fund-level systems and reporting tools.
• Skills & Attributes: Leadership-oriented, detail-focused, and solutions-driven with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and mentor junior staff.
• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of private equity fund mechanics, investor reporting, capital calls/distributions, and audit processes.
  
  

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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