Fund Controller / CFO - Hedge Funds, Private Equity, & Venture Capital Funds

Job Description

Job Description

Junonia Partners provides Outsourced CFO and Controller level services to investment advisors of hedge funds, private equity funds, and venture capital funds. Upon realizing the value and importance of having a strong back-office partner, Junonia was founded to focus on providing the highest level of partnership: treat each client’s business as if it was your own. Our experience in both in-house and service provider roles has shown us what matters most to investment managers who want more than just another consultant or service provider.

Build for tomorrow

Think long-term solutions and processes, not band-aids

Serve as a partner

Not just a consultant or another service provider

Go the extra mile

Delivering what’s expected, on schedule is table stakes

We are actively building our team through hiring Associates, Managers, and Directors; each requiring a similar background in back-office investment operations. Title and level of seniority are based on a candidate’s individual background and relevant work experience. .

Managers and Directors are directly responsible for providing outsourced CFO/Controller services, assisting clients with new fund launches, and managing project-based engagements. The nature of our work is very hands-on, and every member of our team is client-facing. Managers and Directors will oversee the work of Associates.

We pride ourselves on selecting clients who truly value our partnership and we enjoy acting as an extension of their business. Our team reaps the rewards of the camaraderie and intellectual stimulation that comes with being an integral part of an investment manager’s operations, yet we also enjoy having visibility into multiple strategies and protection against the volatility of just one fund or investment manager. This position offers the opportunity to be a foundational member of a dynamic and high-quality organization, providing lifestyle integration and an attractive career trajectory for exceptional performance. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide outsourced CFO and Controller services to investment managers, hedge funds, private equity and venture capital clients.
• Oversee the month-end/quarter-end reporting processes. Ensure that all clients NAVs are reviewed timely and accurately.
• For hedge fund clients, review daily reconciliations and ensure that daily tasks are completed in accordance with client expectations.
• For private equity and venture capital funds, oversee the capital call and distribution process.
• Drive the process for new fund launches:
• Review fund documents prepared by legal counsel including PPM, LPA, and subscription documents.
• Solicit bids and vet service providers on behalf of the client including audit/tax, fund administrator and banks/prime brokers.
• Open brokerage, bank accounts and lines of credit.
• Onboard all selected service providers and integrate each into the client’s operations prior to fund launch.
• Establish key policies and procedures including valuation policies, cash management controls, etc.
• Oversee management company financial matters including preparation of financial statements, cash forecasts and budgets.
• Provide treasury management services for both fund entities and management company entities, including allocation of expense and processing of payments.
• Oversee the annual audit and tax preparation process for all client entities, including draft footnotes when necessary.
• Liaise with clients’ external auditors, administrator, HR/payroll, compliance and other service providers.
• Evaluate current financial and accounting processes for clients, propose improvements and help coordinate implementation efforts.
• Assist clients with special and ad-hoc projects.
• Provide operational support for clients and advise on various issues as they arise.
• Lead service delivery and act as main point of contact for client relationships.
• Develop and oversee staff in delivery of services. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-9+ years of experience in alternative investment management industry (Hedge Fund, Private Equity)
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance with strong academic credentials
• CPA is a plus
• Advanced Excel skills
• Industry specific software such as Enfusion, EZE, etc. is a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Desire to be part of an entrepreneurial environment and to help build a growing firm into a best-in-class industry partner
• Experience that demonstrates the ability to define, create and implement processes and procedures from the ground up
• Solutions oriented mindset with the ability to effectively use all available resources to solve challenging problems
• Ability to work in fast paced environment while effectively prioritizing tasks for multiple clients
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members in a manner that instills trust and confidence
• Awareness of one’s own impact on culture and a natural inclination to be a champion of best practices and to lead by example

We value diversity and are committed to making hiring decisions based on the skills and experience needed to be successful in this role. We are an equal opportunity employer and we welcome your application!