Private Equity Controller - NAV & Close Lead

Northbound Executive Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbound Executive Search is seeking an experienced Controller for a leading Private Equity firm in New York, NY.

This role will manage the management company and fund accounting, including monthly NAV, monthly close, investor reporting, and waterfall calculations, plus ad-hoc projects with the CFO.

PE/buy-side experience is essential; CPA is strongly preferred. Proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, and H-Lookups) is required.

Qualifications

• Previous Private Equity (PE) or buy-side experience is an absolute must!
• CPA is strongly preferred!
• Strong Excel skills are needed, including Pivot Tables, V-Lookups and H-Lookups
• An outgoing, can-do personality is a must!

Responsibilities

• Lead month end close, interacting with junior accountants
• Onboard new funds, as the firm is rapidly growing
• Oversee ad-hoc projects as they arise, working closely with the CFO
• Prepare financial statements

Skills

Excel

Pivot Tables

V-Lookups

H-Lookups

Job description

Northbound Executive Search is seeking an experienced Controller for a leading Private Equity firm in New York, NY.

This role will manage the management company and fund accounting, including monthly NAV, monthly close, investor reporting, and waterfall calculations, plus ad-hoc projects with the CFO.

PE/buy-side experience is essential; CPA is strongly preferred. Proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, and H-Lookups) is required.