Spectrum Search Group · 1 week ago
Assistant Controller-Private Equity
Spectrum Search Group is an established investment management firm focusing on private equity. They are seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Controller to manage fund operations and accounting while collaborating with various teams within the company.
Responsibilities
Oversee accounting and operational workflows for multiple investment funds
Manage monthly fund close and reporting cycles
Prepare and distribute quarterly investor statements
Calculate management and performance fees in accordance with fund documents
Assist with investor communications and deliverables
Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors on annual audits and filings
Support the Controller and COO on cross-functional and ad hoc initiatives
Partner with the Chief Compliance Officer on select regulatory reporting requirements
Qualification
Required
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex formulas and modeling
Experience with fund accounting platforms (FIS Investran or similar systems)
At least five years of experience in fund accounting, operations, or tax at a private equity, venture capital, or other alternative asset firm
Deep understanding of capital calls, distributions, partnership accounting, and investor allocations
Solid grasp of GAAP as applied to investment funds, especially capital account allocations
Preferred
CPA designation preferred