Management Company Controller

Standish Management, LLC; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

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.

The role includes supervising accounting staff, managing AP and client expense reporting, and delivering monthly or quarterly reporting while supporting budgeting and tax compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred.
• Four or more years of public and/or private accounting experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks.
• Experience working independently and in teams with strong communication.
• Knowledge of payroll systems and expense reporting software is 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.
• Assist with tax compliance and budgeting processes.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and coordinate with Fund Teams.

Skills

Accounting

Finance

Excel proficiency

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

Bill.com

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.

Standish is a provider of specialized fund administration services for Managers and General Partners of Venture Capital and Private Equity Funds.

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 preferred
• 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)
• 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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