Athene · 2 months ago
Managing Director, Cross-Asset Controller - Global Business Finance
New York City 3 Bryant Park
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$350K/yr - $350K/yr
20+ years expApollo is a global team of alternative investment managers, and they are seeking a Managing Director, Cross-Asset Controller to lead financial management and operational execution across all asset classes. This role involves overseeing accounting, reporting, and analytics functions while ensuring robust infrastructure and compliance for new investment strategies.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceRetirement
Responsibilities
Serve as the enterprise-level controller across all asset classes, ensuring consistent financial reporting, valuation policies, and control frameworks across Equity, Credit, Hybrid, and new investment initiatives
Partner with senior business leaders to establish finance infrastructure for emerging platforms — ensuring alignment with Apollo’s accounting standards, valuation principles, and investor reporting expectations
Oversee all fund accounting, management company accounting, and product control activities to ensure financial integrity and alignment with Apollo’s strategic objectives
Lead cross-functional coordination between fund finance, corporate accounting, treasury, operations, tax, and legal functions to support complex, multi-asset transactions and platform launches
Support new investment structures and product innovation by designing scalable operating models and control environments that facilitate growth while maintaining financial discipline
Drive standardization and automation of reporting and control processes across asset classes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency
Lead the implementation of cross-asset finance technology and data solutions, ensuring seamless consolidation, analytics, and reporting across the enterprise
Oversee key audit and compliance relationships, ensuring proactive engagement with regulators, auditors, and internal control stakeholders
Establish and maintain a strong governance framework across global finance functions, including financial controls, valuation oversight, and operational risk management
Partner with the CFO, Business CFOs, and Platform Heads to enhance performance management, fund economics, and financial insight across Apollo’s investment businesses
Serve as a key finance advisor on new investment structures and transactions, ensuring financial feasibility, tax efficiency, and appropriate control implications
Drive continuous improvement in finance processes and policies that enhance Apollo’s readiness for continued diversification and growth
Collaborate closely with the Global Transformation Office and Technology teams to integrate finance modernization initiatives into the firmwide transformation agenda
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global team of finance professionals, fostering excellence, collaboration, and accountability
Strengthen the firm’s controller talent pipeline through succession planning, career development, and rotational programs across asset classes
Promote a culture of transparency, empowerment, and continuous learning within the finance organization
Qualification
Required
20+ years of experience in finance and accounting leadership roles within alternative asset management, banking, or related financial services
Deep technical expertise in fund accounting, financial controls, valuation, and product control across multiple asset classes
Experience overseeing multi-asset platform controllership and/or accounting for large, established global investment organizations
Proven success managing complex financial operations supporting new products, investment vehicles, or business lines
Strong working knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory reporting frameworks applicable to alternative investments
Demonstrated leadership in finance transformation, system modernization, and process standardization
Exceptional communication, analytical, and influencing skills, with the gravitas to partner effectively with senior executives and regulators
Preferred
CPA, CFA and/or MBA strongly preferred
Benefits
Discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance
Company
Athene
Athene Holding is a life insurance company that provides retirement savings products for individuals and institutions.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.43B2025-06-24Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-10-07Post Ipo Debt· $600M
Leadership Team
Martin P. Klein
Executive VP & CFO
Mike Downing
Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, Athene Holding Ltd.
Recent News
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