Private Funds Controllers Associate (Dallas)

Goldman Sachs Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs in Dallas seeks an Associate in the AWM Fund Controllers team to help safeguard assets, ensure compliance with US GAAP/IFRS, and support private funds including hedge funds and private equity strategies. You will work as part of the second line of defense, delivering accurate financial reporting and partner with auditors and regulators.

Responsibilities include reviewing quarterly valuations and NAVs, supporting fund launches and liquidations, and coordinating with business teams,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• Master's Degree in Accounting preferred.
• Prefer CA with experience in alternative investments / private funds market.
• Basic knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS; coordination with Big 4 auditors during audits is desirable.
• Accounting knowledge of financial products such as interest rate swaps, credit default swaps, currency options, etc.
• Strong analytical skills and detail oriented.
• MS Office knowledge (Word, Excel) required.
• Able to grasp new concepts quickly and work in a team environment.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
• Excellent interpersonal, client relationship and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Self-starter, inquisitive, enthusiastic with a strong analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard the assets and reputation of the firm by controlling and supporting the asset management division, ensuring compliance with the firm's policies and with the rules/regulations that govern global financial markets.
• Review quarterly/monthly valuations and NAVs for private equity and hedge funds, review year-end financial statements and perform related activities.
• Support the fund launch and liquidation processes; handle corporate, regulatory and management reporting for funds.
• Work closely with other divisions, including: Business Teams, Product Services, Operations, IT and Trading Divisions.
• Work closely with fund administrators and auditors.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting

GAAP

IFRS

Big 4 coordination

Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Master's in Accounting preferred

CA designation desirable

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Goldman Sachs in Dallas seeks an Associate in the AWM Fund Controllers team to help safeguard assets, ensure compliance with US GAAP/IFRS, and support private funds including hedge funds and private equity strategies. You will work as part of the second line of defense, delivering accurate financial reporting and partner with auditors and regulators.

Responsibilities include reviewing quarterly valuations and NAVs, supporting fund launches and liquidations, and coordinating with business teams,