Vaco by Highspring · 2 hours ago
Controller
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$180K/yr - $200K/yr
5+ years expVaco by Highspring is a boutique private wealth advisory and investment firm in New York City seeking a Controller to oversee the firm's accounting operations. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely reporting, and supporting investment operations across multiple entities.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Kayla Mielke
Responsibilities
Lead the monthly close process and maintain complete, accurate financial records across management company and investment entities
Produce recurring reporting packages and financial deliverables for client partnerships and managed accounts
Review daily financial summaries for key clients and ensure data integrity across systems
Manage reconciliations for bank accounts, investment accounts, and portfolio activity
Oversee accounting for alternative investments and ensure transactions are properly captured in the portfolio system
Coordinate quarterly billing processes for advisory clients
Support annual audit preparation, including drafting financials and compiling schedules for fund audits
Assist with tax-related deliverables by reviewing filings and supporting preparation of 1099s and investor statements
Monitor trading activity, resolve breaks, and collaborate with third-party reconciliation teams
Assist in trade execution for managed accounts based on direction from research and portfolio management teams
Track distributions, capital movements, and reporting for private investment vehicles
Ensure accurate posting of portfolio activity in systems and maintain oversight of alternative investment workflows
Strengthen internal controls across accounting and operational processes
Manage cash tracking, payment workflows, and expense processes
Coordinate regulatory or custody-related audits and ensure compliance requirements are met
Identify opportunities to streamline reporting, automate tasks, and enhance operational efficiency
Supervise and mentor junior finance/operations staff
Provide guidance on accounting best practices and help expand team capabilities
Serve as a collaborative partner to senior leadership, portfolio managers, and wealth advisory teams
Qualification
Required
Big 4/public accounting background required, plus relevant industry experience
Strong foundation in GAAP and investment/wealth management accounting
Proven experience managing a month-end process
Prior experience supervising or mentoring staff
Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and communication skills
Preferred
CPA highly preferred
Company
Vaco by Highspring
Vaco is the Talent Solutions division of Highspring, a leading global professional services organization.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase