Fund Controller

Overview

We are seeking a Fund Controller to oversee the financial, operational, and valuation functions for a ~$3B private equity platform. This individual will manage the fund accounting process, coordinate with third-party administrators, lead quarterly valuation cycles, and serve as a key member of the Valuations Committee. The role offers broad visibility across the firm and frequent interaction with investment professionals, senior leadership, and external providers.

Key Responsibilities

Fund Accounting, Reporting & Oversight

• Lead the accounting and financial reporting process for multiple private equity funds, co-investment vehicles, and related entities.
• Manage the relationship with the fund administrator, reviewing NAV packages, capital account statements, fee calculations, waterfall schedules, and financial statements.
• Oversee quarterly and annual close timelines, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery of all reporting.
• Coordinate capital activity, including capital calls, distributions, and investor notices; review supporting calculations and documentation.
• Support investor reporting, including quarterly reports, ad hoc requests, DDQs, and fundraising materials.
• Ensure compliance with fund governing documents, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.

Valuations Leadership

• Lead the quarterly valuation process for portfolio companies in partnership with the investment team.
• Review valuation models, support analyses (DCF, market comps, trading multiples), and assess inputs for reasonableness.
• Prepare materials for the Valuations Committee and present findings, assumptions, and key drivers.
• Serve as a member of the Valuations Committee, contributing independent oversight and ensuring adherence to valuation policies and fair value standards (ASC 820).
• Coordinate with external valuation firms, auditors, and administrators to ensure aligned methodologies and audit-ready documentation.

Audit, Compliance & Governance

• Oversee annual audits, including managing requests, reviewing supporting schedules, and coordinating with auditors and administrators.
• Maintain internal controls, documentation standards, and accounting policies across funds and vehicles.
• Support regulatory filings, including Form PF, ADV, and other reporting prepared with compliance and external partners.

Process, Systems & Operational Improvement

• Drive efficiency by enhancing processes, reporting packages, and reconciliation workflows.
• Improve data quality across internal systems and the fund administrator’s platform.
• Contribute to systems implementations, upgrades, and automation initiatives across finance and operations.

Qualifications

• 6–12+ years of relevant experience across private equity fund accounting, administration, or audit (Big 4 asset management experience strongly preferred).
• Strong understanding of private equity fund structures, fee mechanics, allocations, waterfalls, and fair value measurement.
• Experience leading or reviewing valuations under ASC 820; comfort engaging with valuation specialists and investment teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work closely with senior leaders and present to committees.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• CPA preferred; strong technical accounting background a plus.
• Ability to build, refine, and scale processes for a growing platform.

Compensation eligible up to 500k total compensation including carried interest allocation.