Description
POSITION TITLE: Senior ControllerLOCATION: Boston, MAPOSITION OVERVIEWThe Finance Team plays an essential role in the Firm, working with investors, regulators, legal and compliance and investor relations. The Management Company Senior Controller will be responsible for all aspects of accounting, operations, financial reporting and tax preparation involving the Management Company.REPORTING AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIESThe Senior Controller will report to the Head of Management Company Finance and will serve as a thought partner on the financial management of the Management Company. The role is responsible for maintaining multiple sets of financial books, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, managing cash flow, influencing process improvements, overseeing accounting staff (both internal and third party), maintaining process documentation and providing timely financial information to stakeholders across the firm.Establish procedures for complex journal entries, supporting schedules, quarterly distributions and other accounting operations, ensuring accurate financials for multiple accounting bases (management reporting, tax basis and GAAP)Drive timely and accurate quarterly and year-end close processesReview and prepare quarterly and annual financial statements schedules and other financial reporting materials on an ad-hoc basisLead the annual financial statement audit process with independent accountantsOversee accounts payable, T&E, and accounts receivable functions, maintaining ultimate responsibility for accuracy and controls while the Assistant Controller manages day-to-day execution.Ensure reasonable, accurate, and compliant allocation of expenses across fund entities, portfolio companies, affiliates, and non-affiliates. Maintain allocation proceduresManage the payroll function, including the third-party administratorPartner with HR on the 401k Plan and other benefits affecting payroll and compensation reporting, including the monitoring and review of monthly employee 401k payroll deductionsLead the annual 401k audit and operational aspects of the planPrepare tax schedules and corresponding tax adjustments for the Management Company tax-basis financialsCoordinate with tax advisors on the timely completion and filing of Management Company Federal and state tax returns and other tax forms.Oversee and actively manage the NetSuite system, including acting as an administrator and a subject matter expert on key processesCollaborate with colleagues across the finance function to standardize processes, share best practices, and improve overall efficiencyLead day-to-day team operations, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to ensure team members (both internal and third-party administrator) meet objectivesUndertake other duties as reasonably required to support the needs of the team and businessQUALIFICATIONS:Undergraduate degree in accounting or finance; CPA, CFA or MBA a plus10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experienceManagement company experience a plusExpertise in Excel and other financial systems (examples include NetSuite, Concur, IntegriDATA)Detail oriented, strong work ethic, ability to work with limited supervision and handle multiple projects at one timeSound judgment and ability to exercise discretion when navigating complex or ambiguous situationsHighly motivated, organized, proactive self-starter and team playerStrong problem-solving skillsHighly collaborativeExcellent communication, organizational and planning skillsCompensation: base salary in the 180K-250K not including yearly bonuses and other incentives.
Skills
excel pivot tables, excel vlookups, General ledger, Accounting
Top Skills Details
excel pivot tables,excel vlookups,General ledger,Accounting
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Candidates should have management company or corporate accounting in a alternative investment company or working for professional services firm.
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Boston, MA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $180000.00 - $250000.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Full company benefits offered. This job offers a compelling year end bonus (not include in salary range listed) and other incentives.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Boston, MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Boston,MA.
