Controller

We are now hiring a Controller to serve our growing advisory and alternative asset management business lines. The Controller will be a critical addition to our accounting and operations infrastructure as we continue to scale. More information on our firm can be found at The Role As Controller , you will serve as the accounting backbone of CoastEdge — owning the financial operations of both our registered investment advisory firm and our private investment funds. You will work directly alongside senior leadership and our investment and operations teams to ensure the firm's financial records, fund reporting, and internal controls reflect the institutional‑quality standard we hold across every function. It is a critical operating role deeply embedded in the day‑to‑day of the firm — one where accuracy, judgment, and a genuine understanding of private markets accounting will directly shape how we serve our clients and manage our business. Key Responsibilities Firm Accounting (RIA / UHNW Platform) Own all general ledger activity, month‑end and year‑end close processes for the firm’s registered investment advisor entity Lead and manage the quarterly fee billing cycle from end‑to‑end, including oversight of invoice generation, internal review, delivery to clients, and fee collection Prepare and maintain management and financial reporting packages for firm leadership on a monthly basis Support annual tax preparation processes in partnership with tax advisors Deliver annual 1099s and property tax filings Monitor and manage firm cash flow and operating accounts Build and continuously improve internal accounting controls, workflows, and documentation Perform daily cash reconciliation Oversee delivery of annual client tax reporting (1099s, K‑1s, etc.) Manage and review employee expense reimbursements Assist in annual compliance/legal filings on behalf of the firm Oversee fund accounting team and external fund administrator across the CoastEdge private investment vehicles Coordinate capital call and distribution processes, including preparation and delivery of investor notices in a timely manner Review the quarterly/monthly net asset value (NAV) of the CoastEdge private investment vehicles Review the quarterly/monthly management fee calculations in accordance with each Fund’s governing documents Where applicable, review the performance fee and carried interest calculations in accordance with each Fund’s governing documents Deliver annual fund audits, coordinating with external auditors Support annual tax filings, consulting with tax professionals when appropriate Support annual tax estimate calculations and delivery Support with annual/regular compliance filings Assist in building established workflows/procedures with external Fund administrator, seeking efficiencies in deliveries Ad hoc investor requests Who We’re Looking For We are seeking a highly capable, detail‑oriented accounting professional who thrives in a high‑performing environment and takes genuine ownership of their work. The right person brings both technical accounting depth and the judgment to operate inside a complex, growing firm. Ideal Candidates will have Demonstrated experience in fund accounting, ideally across private equity, private credit, or other alternative investment structures Strong working knowledge of partnership accounting Experience coordinating with fund administrators, external auditors, and tax advisors Solid grounding in general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, and close processes for an operating entity (RIA or asset management firm preferred) Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously across both the firm and fund entities High integrity, discretion, and a commitment to protecting the confidentiality of sensitive investor, firm, and employee information A collaborative working style and the ability to communicate clearly with non‑accounting colleagues across investment and client service teams Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required; CPA designation preferred, but not required 5‑8 years of relevant experience, with meaningful exposure to both fund accounting and operating entity financials Prior experience at a fund administrator, public accounting firm (with alternative investment clients), or in‑house at a private fund manager or RIA Proficiency in accounting software: QuickBooks, Advent Geneva or similar fund accounting software platforms a plus Experience supporting or managing annual audit of a fund or investment manager Why CoastEdge Join a proven $2.1 billion firm with a differentiated, holistic investment platform and a deep commitment to operational excellence. Take ownership of a consequential accounting function — both for the firm and for a growing suite of private investment vehicles — with direct visibility to senior leadership. Benefit from advanced technology and reporting capabilities purpose‑built for complex alternatives and integrated total portfolios. Be part of the foundational team shaping the firm’s next chapter, with meaningful opportunity for long‑term career growth and impact. Compensation range: $135,000‑$150,000, or more based on incentives. Competitive compensation and potential equity in the firm aligned with performance and partnership. #J-18808-Ljbffr