Management Company Controller

Standish Management, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

401K

Flexible vacation plan

Sick time accrual

Year-end office closure

Job summary

Standish Management, LLC is seeking a highly experienced Management Company Controller to oversee accounting for the management company clients across North America. The role focuses on client onboarding, platform implementation, and supervising Accounting Associates.

You will manage accounts payable, payroll, journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly/quarterly reporting while ensuring tax compliance and strong client service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 4+ years of public and/or private accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks, Bill.com, expense reporting software, and payroll systems (preferred).
• Previous Alternative Investment experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting function for multiple management company clients.
• Onboard new clients and implement preferred system platforms and processes.
• Supervise Accounting Associates and Senior Accounting Associates.
• Manage accounts payable and client expense reporting functions.
• Review journal entries, bank reconciliations and supporting work papers.
• Process and record payroll.
• Provide monthly or quarterly reporting to Management.
• Process 1099s and assist with federal, state, and local tax compliance.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting process as needed.
• Work closely with clients to satisfy ad hoc requests and to provide excellent customer service.
• Work closely with Fund Teams to settle intercompany receivables and payables.
• Function as the primary contact for clients.

Skills

Excel

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Independence

Client service

Problem solving

IT collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Bill.com

Payroll systems

Expense reporting software

Job description

Job Description

A division of Standish Management is looking for a Management Company Controller to oversee the accounting for the management companies of various venture capital and private equity funds across North America.

Job Description

A division of Standish Management is looking for a Management Company Controller to oversee the accounting for the management companies of various venture capital and private equity funds across North America.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting function for multiple management company clients
• Onboard new clients and implement preferred system platforms and processes
• Supervise Accounting Associates and Senior Accounting Associates
• Manage accounts payable and client expense reporting functions
• Review journal entries, bank reconciliations and supporting work papers
• Process and record payroll
• Provide monthly or quarterly reporting to Management
• Process 1099s and assist with federal, state, and local tax compliance
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting process as needed
• Work closely with clients to satisfy ad hoc requests and to provide excellent customer service
• Work closely with Fund Teams to settle intercompany receivables and payables
• Function as the primary contact for clients

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Four or more years of public and/or private accounting experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Familiarity with QuickBooks
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Comfortable resolving technology issues with IT support teams
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Confidence with problem-solving and analytical skills to provide guidance to clients
• Ability to be proactive in offering support and suggestions to clients
• Knowledge of Quickbooks, Bill.com, expense reporting software, and payroll systems (preferred)
• Previous Alternative Investment experience (preferred)

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, along with life insurance, Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Comprehensive disability/maternity and paternity plans
• 401K
• Flexible Vacation Plan
• Sick Time Accrual Plan
• Standard holidays along with year-end office closure
• A flexible work environment for all employees

Compensation Range

$90,000 - $125,000 annually

• Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience and qualifications.

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