Hedge Fund Controller & Deputy CFO – NYC Growth Path

Venture Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Venture Search is partnering with a rapidly growing US hedge fund to appoint a Hedge Fund Controller to lead fund accounting, financial reporting and control functions in New York. The role offers potential progression toward a CFO position within a sophisticated investment management environment.

The successful candidate will own NAV oversight, financial statements, and regulatory reporting across multiple structures, with exposure to London operations and ongoing fund launches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• CPA qualification strongly preferred; equivalent qualifications may be considered.
• 5–10+ years of relevant experience in fund accounting or financial reporting, ideally within hedge funds or alt investment managers or Big 4.
• Strong understanding of hedge fund accounting, NAV oversight, fund structures, investor allocations and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and investment company accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the fund accounting and financial control functions across hedge fund vehicles, managed accounts and related investment structures.
• Review and monitor NAV calculations monthly, quarterly and annually for accuracy and consistency across portfolios.
• Prepare and review financial statements, investor reporting, capital account statements and management company accounts.
• Coordinate the year-end audit process with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee regulatory and statutory reporting under US requirements, including SEC, IRS and state obligations.
• Support new fund launches, new investment structures, changes to fund documentation and onboarding of new service providers.
• Provide financial information and analysis to senior management to support strategic decisions.

Skills

Fund accounting

Financial reporting

NAV oversight

Regulatory reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance related

CPA qualification

Job description

Venture Search is partnering with a rapidly growing US hedge fund to appoint a Hedge Fund Controller to lead fund accounting, financial reporting and control functions in New York. The role offers potential progression toward a CFO position within a sophisticated investment management environment.

The successful candidate will own NAV oversight, financial statements, and regulatory reporting across multiple structures, with exposure to London operations and ongoing fund launches.