ControllerPosition OverviewReporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will manage the day-to-day operations of the Finance department, assist with the financial management of the firm, prepare consolidated financial statements and reports, and manage preparations of all related account analyses. The Controller will continually evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, manage accounting staff, and ensure the accuracy of the Firm's accounting transactions and financial reporting.
Key Job Responsibilities- Direct the firm's accounting operations, overseeing all transactions related to the general ledger and periodic closings
- Supervise accounting personnel, including AP and payroll, coordinate training programs
- Complete quarterly client billings and manage billing process across Finance and Operations departments
- Prepare annual financial reports and quarterly internal financials
- Prepare/review monthly journal entries, year-end accruals, and closing entries
- Document and update accounting processes and procedures
- Prepare audit and tax requests annually
- Prepare quarterly Board of Directors materials
- Oversees preparation of business activity reports, works with the CFO to create financial forecasts and annual budgets
- Establishes internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions in accordance with GAAP, performs and documents accounting research
- Provides financial analysis related to capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations
- Prepare internal ad-hoc reporting as needed
Skills and Knowledge Required- B.A. or B.S. in Accounting, Finance, or Business required
- A minimum of 4-6 years of prior work experience
- Strong financial background, including preparation of financial statements required
- Strong analytical and organizational skills needed with ability to perform required analysis quickly and accurately under tight deadlines.
- Strong experience using Excel and system tools to develop analytical models and reports
- Experience with international accounting and foreign currency
- Prior experience with public accounting firm or asset management firm
- Self-motivated and ability to work independently
- Excellent communication skills
Skills and Knowledge Desired- CPA
- Prior experience with calculating investment management fees
- Experience with the following systems: NetSuite, Spreadsheet Server, Concur Expense, and Corporate banking platforms
This is a hybrid position requiring weekly attendance for applicants in the Los Angeles, CA area.Out of state applicants will be considered in a fully remote capacity.The posted salary range applies to CA applicants only.No recruiters, please.Los Angeles Capital is an SEC registered investment adviser and required to track certain political contributions under rule 206(4)-5. Therefore, you will be required to disclose your prior political contributions.
For more information about the company, please refer to our website at www.lacapm.com.
Please do not contact us from recruiting agencies regarding this role. 
