Interim Controller (Consultant)

Daley and Associates

New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$115–$125 Per Hour

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Policies, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Ad Hoc Financial Modeling, Analysis Skills, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Consulting, Corporate Finance, Detail Oriented, Endowments, Expense Allocation, External Audit, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Fund Accounting, Fund Management, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Hedge Funds, Investment Accounting, Investment Funds, Investment Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Venture Capital

LOCATION

New York, NY

POSTED

3 days ago

Interim Controller (Consultant)
We are currently seeking candidates for an Interim Controller opportunity with a well-established investment organization located in New York City. This consultant will step into a hands-on accounting leadership role, providing immediate support during a transition period while helping ensure the firm's accounting, reporting, and audit-related activities continue to operate efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both fund accounting and management company accounting within an investment environment.

This is a 3+ month contract position paying between $115-$125/hour (depending on experience).

This role supports a hybrid work model consisting of 3-4 days on-site per week in New York City.

Responsibilities:

Provide hands-on accounting leadership across both the management company and investment-related accounting activities throughout the engagement.
Act as the primary resource for audit-related matters by coordinating deliverables and partnering closely with external auditors and service providers during the audit cycle.
Support financial reporting requirements by overseeing close activities, reviewing supporting schedules, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements.
Partner with internal stakeholders and third-party providers to monitor fund activity, capital transactions, expense allocations, and other investment accounting matters.

Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance financial reporting and operational efficiencies.
Assist senior leadership with ad hoc financial analyses, governance-related materials, and broader accounting and operational initiatives.
Manage day-to-day accounting responsibilities while helping facilitate a smooth transition of knowledge and responsibilities to the permanent hire, when applicable.
Perform additional accounting and financial reporting responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time spent in an accounting leadership capacity such as Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager.
Required experience within both fund accounting and management company accounting, preferably within investment management or alternative investment environments.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, corporate financial reporting requirements, and external audit processes.A
CPA designation is strongly preferred.
Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities and familiarity with investment accounting, fund administration, or financial reporting systems are highly desirable.
Ability to quickly integrate into a lean finance organization and effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Previous experience working within investment management, private investment, family office, endowment, hedge fund, venture capital, or similar organizations is highly preferred.
Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and exceptional attention to detail.

For immediate consideration, interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to Jackson at jnichols@daleyaa.com.

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About the Company

Daley and Associates

Daley And Associates, LLC (“DAA”) is a boutique search, executive, and contract staffing firm located in Boston, MA. We specialize in the placement of Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Administrative, and Life Sciences professionals at all levels. The firm was founded in 2005 by distinguished executives with over 30+ years of staffing agency experience with the mission to create a different kind of recruiting firm, one that provides a very hands-on, consultative approach to the clients they serve.

Daley And Associates works with some of the most prominent businesses in the greater Boston area. Our clients range from promising start-ups to Fortune 100 companies.

COMPANY SIZE

20 to 49 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2005

WEBSITE

http://daleyaa.com/

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