Job Description

Lead Fund Controller

A leading investment management firm is seeking a Lead Fund Controller to oversee financial reporting, regulatory filings, and audits for a portfolio of registered mutual funds and collective investment funds. This role is hands-on, offering direct fund oversight without administrator involvement, making it ideal for candidates looking to drive financial excellence in a leadership role.

Why This Role?

• Leadership & Impact: Take ownership of fund oversight in a leadership role
• Competitive Pay & Bonus: Earn $100K - $120K + an annual cash bonus
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid schedule with 4 days in-office for better collaboration
• Exclusive Fund Oversight: Work in-house without administrator involvement, focusing on deep coverage of U.S. funds
• Career Growth: Expand expertise in fund operations, treasury, and financial reporting while leading key initiatives

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage financial reporting, audits, and regulatory filings for registered mutual funds
• Oversee fund control, operations, treasury, custody, and infrastructure analysis
• Collaborate with auditors, fund administrators, and prime brokers
• Lead process automation and operational efficiency improvements
• Act as a subject matter expert on US GAAP and fund accounting standards

Experience Requirements:

• 4+ years in fund financial reporting and audit within an asset management firm, fund administration firm, or custodial bank (industry candidates preferred)
• Registered mutual fund financial reporting experience is required
• Hands-on expertise in fund control, operations, treasury, custody, and infrastructure analysis
• CPA designation 
• Experience with private equity, hedge funds, or alternative investment products is a plus
• Familiarity with process automation and technology-driven financial analysis is beneficial

Required Skills:

• Fund Financial Reporting & Audit: Strong knowledge of US GAAP, fund accounting, and regulatory financial reporting
• Excel & Financial Systems: Advanced proficiency in Excel for financial modeling and analysis
• Collaboration & Leadership: Ability to manage audits, oversee financial reporting, and interact effectively with service providers

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Access, Alteryx, or other financial reporting tools
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and drive continuous process improvement

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