Interim Controller

Daley And Associates, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 329,246,000 - 358,176,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work-model

Job summary

Daley And Associates, LLC is seeking an Interim Controller for a highly successful investment firm in New York, NY. The role oversees fund accounting and management company accounting, guiding accounting through a forthcoming audit with a leadership focus on GAAP-compliant reporting.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in controller/assistant controller roles within investment management settings, CPA preferred, and excels at coordinating with external auditors and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
• CPA preferred. CPA designation is a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in controller/assistant controller or accounting manager roles.
• Strong ownership of funding and management accounting in investment environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee close processes for management company and investment entities.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and GAAP financial statements.
• Manage the accounting function through the annual audit with external auditors.
• Review investor reporting and capital activity with third-party admins.
• Oversee accounts payable, expense reporting, and cash management.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Auditing experience

Communication skills

Independence and collaboration

Ability to manage timelines

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Interim Controller

We are currently seeking candidates for an Interim Controller position at a highly successful investment firm located in New York, NY. The Interim Controller will oversee fund accounting and management company accounting activities, and will play a critical role in leading accounting through the upcoming audit. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager capacity within an investment management, private equity, hedge fund, venture capital, endowment, or family office environment.

This is a 3-month contract position, paying between $115-$125/hour (depending on experience). This role supports a hybrid work-model.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly/quarterly/annual close processes for management company and related investment entities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Manage the accounting function through the annual audit and liaise with external auditors.
• Review financial statements, expense allocations, investor reporting, and capital activity reports prepared and delivered by third-party administrators.
• Oversee accounts payable, expense reporting, and cash management activities.
• Partner with external accounting firms on audit and tax deliverables.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts related to accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls processes.
• Perform financial reporting and ad-hoc analyses.
• Assist with governance-related deliverables, including Audit Committee materials and supporting documentation.
• Work cross functionally with internal operations and investments teams on initiatives.
• Provide additional support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including previous leadership experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager capacity.
• Strong experience owning funding accounting and management accounting responsibilities while ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Previous experience in investment management, private equity, hedge fund, venture capital, family office, endowment, or related alternative investment environment.
• Record of success in managing audits and liaising with external auditors.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage competing needs and timelines and adapt as needed.