Senior Fund Controller: Lead Accounting & Compliance

Petra Funds Group; New York, Los Angeles (NY, CA); Hybride; USD 122 000 - 183 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical coverage

HSA contributions

401(k) match

Flexible PTO

Holiday calendar

Hybrid work

Résumé du poste

Petra Funds Group seeks a Controller to lead its Management Company Accounting practice, owning service quality, technical accuracy, and delivery across a portfolio of Management Company, Holdings, and GP-level clients.

You will build and manage Accounting Managers and staff, set standards, hire, and drive career development while shaping policy and controls. The role includes audit readiness and cross-functional collaboration with Fund Administration, Operations, Technology, and Client Services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA required or active CPA candidate.
• 10-12+ years of progressive accounting experience in asset management, fund administration, or Big Four advisory for asset managers.
• 4+ years of formal people management experience, including managing managers or leading a multi-person team.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and full close cycle (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, T&E).
• Experience owning audits, external auditor relationships, and 1099 or similar tax reporting processes.
• Ability to manage multiple senior client relationships and advise CFOs/executives with credibility and confidence.
• Proficiency with accounting systems; Sage Intacct experience a plus.
• Track record of building or scaling a team, process, or practice, with controls and technology improvements.
• Strong judgment, executive presence, and leadership and communication skills.
• Team-first mentality with a proven record of developing and retaining talent.

Responsabilités

• Own the end-to-end close, reporting, and review for Management Company, Holdings, and GP-level entities.
• Set and approve methodologies for revenue, expenses, and allocations (management fees, offsets, shared expenses).
• Sign off on final financial statements and review statements as the technical reviewer.
• Oversee payables, vendor payments, and cash management with strong controls.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and cash controls; review team results.
• Liaise with Fund Administration leadership and resolve escalated issues.
• Oversee Portfolio Company invoicing and reimbursement processes; controls.
• Own annual audit and 1099 processes; manage auditors and tax providers; resolve findings.
• Own closing calendars, cadences, and deadlines for the team.
• Lead onboarding of new clients, including process design and transition.
• Manage team capacity and staffing; drive process efficiencies.
• Identify and implement best practices across the practice.

Connaissances

Leadership and people management

Executive presence

Strong communication

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA certification

Outils

Sage Intacct

Description du poste

Petra Funds Group seeks a Controller to lead its Management Company Accounting practice, owning service quality, technical accuracy, and delivery across a portfolio of Management Company, Holdings, and GP-level clients.

You will build and manage Accounting Managers and staff, set standards, hire, and drive career development while shaping policy and controls. The role includes audit readiness and cross-functional collaboration with Fund Administration, Operations, Technology, and Client Services.