Senior Fund Controller: NAV, Valuation & Controls

Selby Jennings; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings in Washington, DC seeks a seasoned Fund Controller to oversee fund accounting, financial reporting, valuation oversight, and controls across multiple investment vehicles. You will partner with senior leadership, external service providers, and auditors to ensure accurate reporting and robust governance.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in fund accounting within investment management, a CPA designation preferred, and strong U.S. GAAP expertise.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of fund accounting or fund controller experience in investment management.
• Strong knowledge of partnership accounting, NAV calculations, and financial statements.
• Experience managing relationships with fund administrators, auditors, and tax advisors.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and investment company accounting.
• CPA designation preferred and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fund accounting and financial reporting across multiple investment vehicles.
• Review NAV packages, financial statements, and investor reporting prepared by third parties.
• Manage fund audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Review valuations and coordinate with investment professionals.
• Monitor cash activity, expenses, fees, and performance reporting.
• Ensure compliance with governing documents, regulations, and internal controls.
• Coordinate with tax advisors on fund tax compliance and investor reporting.
• Support investor relations and due diligence inquiries.
• Assist with fund launches, restructurings, and process improvements.

Skills

Fund accounting

NAV calculations

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Communication with senior management

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Fund accounting software

NAV systems

Job description

Selby Jennings in Washington, DC seeks a seasoned Fund Controller to oversee fund accounting, financial reporting, valuation oversight, and controls across multiple investment vehicles. You will partner with senior leadership, external service providers, and auditors to ensure accurate reporting and robust governance.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in fund accounting within investment management, a CPA designation preferred, and strong U.S. GAAP expertise.