Management Company Controller

Standish Management, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

401K

Flexible Vacation Plan

Sick Time Accrual

Job summary

Standish Management, LLC is seeking a Management Company Controller to oversee the accounting for the management companies of venture capital and private equity funds across North America. You will supervise accounting staff, manage AP and client expense reporting, review journal entries and reconciliations, and provide regular reporting to management.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and at least four years of accounting experience, with proficiency in Excel and

Qualifications

• Four or more years of public and/or private accounting experience.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks and related accounting tools.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Analytical thinking and proactive client support.

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 tax compliance.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting as needed.
• Work closely with clients and Fund Teams to settle intercompany receivables and payables.
• Function as the primary contact for clients.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Proactive client support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

Bill.com

Expense reporting software

Payroll systems

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.

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.