Assistant Controller

Job Description

Join a rapidly growing, technology-focused private equity firm managing approximately $2B in AUM. This is a unique opportunity to become the firm's first dedicated accounting hire, working directly with the CFO and helping build the finance and accounting infrastructure from the ground up.

Position: Assistant Controller

Location: New York City (5 days/week in office)

Compensation: $140,000 - $170,000 base + bonus (target total compensation up to ~$200,000)

Key Responsibilities

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• Oversee outsourced fund accounting activities performed by a leading fund administrator
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• Own management company accounting and financial operations
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• Review fund-level reporting, capital activity, and partnership accounting
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• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
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• Partner directly with the CFO on process improvements, reporting, and infrastructure development
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• Play a key role in scaling the accounting function as the firm continues to grow
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Ideal Background

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• CPA strongly preferred
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• 5-10 years of accounting experience
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• Experience within private equity, venture capital, partnership accounting, or alternative investments
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• Public/private accounting with strong accounting fundamentals and exposure to either fund or management company accounting
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What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

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• Direct reporting line to a highly regarded CFO known for mentorship and professional development
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• Rare chance to help build an institutional-quality accounting function from the ground floor
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• Exposure to both fund and management company operations
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• Collaborative, intellectually honest culture with long-term growth potential
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• Established external support from top-tier audit and tax advisors
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