Aduro Advisors · 2 weeks ago
Assistant Controller
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expAduro Advisors is seeking an Assistant Controller to support top-tier clients in the Venture Capital & Private Equity space. This role involves managing client relationships, overseeing accounting processes, and providing guidance to junior team members, all while ensuring high-quality service and technical excellence.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Act as the main-point-of-contact for multiple clients including:
Managing workflow and coordination of work amongst Aduro team members including but not limited to your Senior Controller or Controller, Accounting Managers, Staff Accountants and Management Company Team members
Setting up and running recurring client check-in calls. Topics to be covered include current status, open items, and an update from client on upcoming operational needs
Responding to ad-hoc client requests in a thoughtful and professional manner that is in-line with Aduro processes and industry best practices
All client request emails should be responded to within 24 hours
Reconcile banking transactions, prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledgers in accordance with US GAAP in the accounting system (Xero), including oversight of these activities performed by junior members of the team
Drive month-end close process and raise follow-up questions to the Senior Controller, Controller or client (as appropriate)
Reconcile and maintain investment information for all fund investments
Prepare and/or review quarterly financial statements including partners’ capital allocations
Utilize proprietary investment management database (FundPanel) to send investor correspondence including capital contributions, distributions, and quarterly reporting
Update FundPanel for fund activity and investments
Coordinate the preparation of audit materials by the team and manage year-end financial statement audit and tax work
Use a risk-based approach to effectively delegate tasks to more junior members of the team and act as a reviewer of their work
Proactively seek opportunities to assist the Senior Controller and/or Controller and gain exposure to more complex or higher risk tasks
Take ownership and responsibility for your own growth and development by proactively identifying your own training needs and seeking to fill these with the resources available at Aduro
Provide coaching and guidance to junior members of the team, and assist the Senior Controller / Controller by identifying training needs within the team
Qualification
Required
Approximately 3-5 years of experience in the alternative asset industry; Venture Capital and/or Private Equity experience is preferred
In-depth understanding of US GAAP and partnership accounting including complex allocation waterfalls
Experience in a client-facing role leading engagements on multiple clients
Naturally resourceful, driven and have strong problem-solving skills
Value in providing excellent customer service, being thoughtful and know the details make the difference
Passion for mentoring and coaching team members
Prepared to 'roll up your sleeves' and help the team when needed
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems such as Xero or Quickbooks
Preferred
External auditor experience / CPA certification / MBA a plus
Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off (PTO) & company holidays
401k with Employer Match
Company-wide social events and programs
Dog-friendly office in downtown Denver
Company
Aduro Advisors
Aduro Advisors is the premier fund administrator, preferred by Fund Managers for its purpose-built software platform, FundPanel.io, and highly-trained service team led by industry veterans.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jess Brooking
Partner & Chief Operating Officer
Braughm Ricke
Founder
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