Controller - Endowment - NYC - Hybrid

Controller - Endowment - Hybrid - Manhattan 

A mission-driven global investment organization overseeing a multi-billion-dollar portfolio is seeking a Controller. This role is based in Manhattan on a hybrid schedule. 

The Controller will serve as a key member of a lean investment office responsible for accounting, financial reporting, audit and tax coordination, and governance support across multiple investment entities. 

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for investment entities, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies.

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and expense management.

• Oversee and review work performed by third-party fund administrators, including financial statements, expense allocations, and investor reporting.

• Serve as primary liaison with external audit and tax providers and coordinate annual reporting cycles.

• Identify financial reporting risks and implement mitigation strategies and process enhancements.

• Provide technical accounting insight and assess the impacts of evolving accounting standards.

• Support governance activities, including the preparation of committee materials, meeting coordination, and documentation.

• Maintain policies, procedures, and internal controls for critical accounting and operational processes.

• Manage vendor relationships and support cross-functional initiatives and special projects.

• Build industry relationships and remain informed on best practices within investment operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• 4+ years of relevant accounting or financial reporting experience (investment, endowment, fund, or nonprofit environment preferred).

• CPA strongly preferred.

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills with a proactive, self-starter mindset.

• Exposure to asset allocation concepts and alternative investments is a plus.

• Familiarity with investment accounting platforms and reporting tools.

The approximate base salary range for this position is between $130K-$160K + bonus. Qualified candidates, please contact Erin at esullivan@daleyaa.com for more information. 

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