Fund Controller — Real Estate Private Equity

Coda Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Coda Search is assisting a global asset management firm with offices in NYC by finding a Fund Controller to oversee a group of funds, produce monthly financial reporting, and coordinate with external administrators.

The role responsibilities include financial statement preparation, investor reporting, cash flow management, and supporting year-end audits. Strong accounting background and private equity experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA licensure required.
• Big 4 accounting firm experience is highly advantageous.
• Previous experience in hedge funds, asset management, or private equity.
• Excellent technical systems and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of financial statements and investor reporting packages.
• Build and maintain financial models to project fund performance and anticipated returns.
• Partner with the investment team to assess prospective acquisitions.
• Contribute to the preparation of investor presentations and meetings.
• Oversee fund cash flows, including capital calls, distributions, and liquidity planning.
• Supervise the administration of fund accounts, banking relationships, and treasury functions.
• Confirm that capital is allocated appropriately and resources are deployed effectively.
• Deliver financial analysis and insights that inform investment strategy and fund operations.
• Evaluate the work of the external administrator and reconcile any variances.
• Direct the year-end audit in close coordination with the external auditors.

Skills

CPA licensure

Big 4 experience

Asset management / private equity

Hedge funds experience

Technical systems and problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

Coda Search is assisting a global asset management firm with offices in NYC by finding a Fund Controller to oversee a group of funds, produce monthly financial reporting, and coordinate with external administrators.

The role responsibilities include financial statement preparation, investor reporting, cash flow management, and supporting year-end audits. Strong accounting background and private equity experience are preferred.