Job DescriptionA division of Standish Management is looking for a Management Company Controller to oversee the accounting for the management companies of various venture capital and private equity funds across North America.
Responsibilities:- Oversee accounting function for multiple management company clients
- Onboard new clients and implement preferred system platforms and processes
- Supervise Accounting Associates and Senior Accounting Associates
- Manage accounts payable and client expense reporting functions
- Review journal entries, bank reconciliations and supporting work papers
- Process and record payroll
- Provide monthly or quarterly reporting to Management
- Process 1099s and assist with federal, state, and local tax compliance
- Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting process as needed
- Work closely with clients to satisfy ad hoc requests and to provide excellent customer service
- Work closely with Fund Teams to settle intercompany receivables and payables
- Function as the primary contact for clients
Minimum Requirements:- A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
- Four or more years of public and/or private accounting experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
- Familiarity with QuickBooks
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team
- Comfortable resolving technology issues with IT support teams
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Confidence with problem-solving and analytical skills to provide guidance to clients
- Ability to be proactive in offering support and suggestions to clients
- Knowledge of Quickbooks, Bill.com, expense reporting software, and payroll systems (preferred)
- Previous Alternative Investment experience (preferred)
