Assistant Fund Controller

Geneva Search Partners
  • Chicago, Illinois
    2 days ago

    Job Description


    Our client, a nationally recognized private equity fund services organization, is looking to hire a Fund Controller to join its growing team.

    This is an excellent next step for a Senior Associate or Senior Accountant coming from public accounting or from fund accounting who is ready to move beyond being an individual contributor and begin leading and developing staff while gaining greater client exposure.

    Why candidates are excited about this opportunity:

    • Hybrid schedule – only 2 days per week in the office
    • Clear career progression with a well-defined promotion path
    • Equity participation becomes available at the next level, allowing you to share in the firm's long-term success
    • Opportunity to supervise and mentor junior team members while continuing to develop technically
    • Exposure to sophisticated private equity, venture capital, and real estate investment funds
    • Collaborative, high-performing culture with strong leadership and excellent employee retention
    • Outstanding benefits, generous PTO, and a team that genuinely values work-life balance

    The Opportunity

    You'll oversee the accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of private investment funds while serving as a trusted resource to both clients and internal leadership. In addition to managing day-to-day fund accounting activities, you'll take on increasing leadership responsibilities by reviewing work, mentoring junior professionals, and helping ensure the successful delivery of financial reporting and investor reporting.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Reviewing fund accounting and financial reporting
    • Coordinating audit and tax engagements
    • Assisting with capital calls, investor distributions, and partnership allocations
    • Monitoring portfolio company activity and cash flows
    • Preparing quarterly investor reporting packages
    • Building relationships with clients while partnering closely with senior leadership
    • Supervising and coaching junior staff as you prepare for the next level of leadership

    Ideal Background

    We're looking for professionals with approximately 3–5 years of experience in one of the following areas:

    • Public Accounting (Audit pr Tax preferred)
    • Fund Accounting




    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, Illinois

    Skills

    • Cash Flowunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Employee Retentionunmatched
    • Financial Auditunmatched
    • Financial Controlunmatched
    • Financial Reportingunmatched
    • Fund Accountingunmatched
    • Fund Reportingunmatched
    • Investment Fundsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Private Fundingunmatched
    • Public Accountingunmatched
    • Real Estateunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Venture Capitalunmatched

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