• Assistant Controller

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Chicago, IL)


    Description

    The salary range for this position is $200,000-$210,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]

     

    The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is here!’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform initial, detailed review of the quarterly NAV close process and quarterly financial statements prepared by the fund financial analysts inclusive of complex/illiquid assets accounting and valuation, fee and expense review and performance reporting.

    + Liaise directly with external auditors throughout the year on complex transactions and accounting conclusions through to the completion of the year-end audited financial statements.

    + Research technical accounting issues for compliance; ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.

    + Oversee and directly review the work of financial analysts, who perform day to day verification of portfolio transactions and accounting data, inclusive of accounting records, ledgers and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.

    + Assist in the preparation and review of capital calls, distributions and in responding to investor questions and requests for information.

    + Work directly with fund controllers to monitor and project future fund cash flows for the treasury management process including capital calls, distributions, and fee calculations, as governed by fund agreements.

    + Opportunity to engage with Fund Administrator, traders, brokers, and custodians to the extent any liquid assets are purchased to ensure timely settlement of trades, loans, and monitoring of pending transactions.

    + Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.

    + Active mentorship/coaching of accounting/finance team members; provide technical, hands-on knowledge and skills, as needed.

    + Assist with ad-hoc requests / projects within Finance department, from the CAO or CFO, and from the investment professionals, where applicable.

    + Work together across the Firm’s finance team in consolidation, management reporting and accounting policy development processes.

    + Additional duties and special projects as necessary.

    Requirements

    Candidate Requirements

    + Targeting 7+ years work of experience in financial accounting, audit or finance function for an alternative investment manager with exposure to credit, private equity funds or hedge funds

    + Strong accounting and finance experience with private funds and fund structures

    + Exposure to credit a plus

    + Experience with external audit processes and procedures

    + Knowledge of accounting principles including US GAAP and Investment Company Accounting

    + Bachelor’s degree with a major in Accounting or Finance, CPA license preferred

    + Proficient in Microsoft Office.

    + Strong Excel skills, and high level of proficiency in accounting software and other applications/tools

    + Strong organizational skills

    + Readily adaptable to change and a fast-paced environment

    + Ability to communicate with all levels of management

    + Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

    + Collaborative team member with a strong drive to create a positive and inspiring work environment

     

    To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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