Senior Controller, Fund Ops & Investor Reporting

Dagen; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dagen seeks a highly capable Controller to lead accounting, portfolio accounting, and operational finance functions in Dallas. This high-impact role involves fund operations, investor reporting, tax coordination, and management-company finance, with visibility into growth and potential for broader leadership including CFO prospects.

The successful candidate will oversee NAV validation, P&L, and allocations, coordinate with fund administrators and prime brokers, and drive month-end close,

Qualifications

• CPA strongly preferred.
• At least seven years of relevant experience in accounting, fund administration, asset management, or a related financial-services environment.
• Experience with hedge funds, private funds, SMAs, multi-prime-broker platforms, or investment managers preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and QuickBooks.
• Experience with Enfusion is a plus.
• Strong understanding of reconciliations, NAV processes, financial statements, cash management, and operational controls.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented, resourceful, and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.
• Demonstrated ownership, sound judgment, and a willingness to work across functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform shadow accounting for funds and SMA, validating NAV calculations, P&L, fees, expenses, and allocations.
• Collaborate with fund administrators and prime brokers for accurate, timely transaction processing.
• Monitor portfolio positions, trade allocations, and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Provide backup for daily trade, cash, and position reconciliations across prime brokers and custodians.
• Maintain the general ledger, balance sheet, and income statement in QuickBooks.
• Support month-end close, including accruals, allocations, reconciliations, and management reporting.
• Coordinate with tax advisors on K-1s, tax reporting, and related matters.
• Prepare cash forecasts and oversee cash activity reconciliation.

Skills

CPA certification

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

QuickBooks

Enfusion

MS Office

Job description

Dagen seeks a highly capable Controller to lead accounting, portfolio accounting, and operational finance functions in Dallas. This high-impact role involves fund operations, investor reporting, tax coordination, and management-company finance, with visibility into growth and potential for broader leadership including CFO prospects.

The successful candidate will oversee NAV validation, P&L, and allocations, coordinate with fund administrators and prime brokers, and drive month-end close,