Brown Brothers Harriman

Senior Hedge Fund Controller

Brown Brothers Harriman$150K — $200K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in partnership accounting and investment company accounting.
  • CPA (or equivalent) preferred, with big 4 experience.
  • Strong understanding of K-1 and Partnership tax reporting.
  • Strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability.
  • Excellent communication skills for issue resolution with Service Providers.
  • Ability to manage shifting priorities and deliverables.

Responsibilities

  • Review and manage monthly financial reporting from service providers for BBH Private Funds.
  • Lead the annual Fund audited financial statements and manage audit deliverables effectively.
  • Develop understanding of private securities and advise on tax implications.
  • Manage production of tax estimates, returns, and K-1 forms for all Private Funds.
  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual deliverables for the Funds.
  • Ensure effective expense management and strong internal controls for each Fund.
  • Analyze Fund performance metrics and manage calculation of management fees.

Benefits

  • Discretionary bonuses and profit-sharing opportunities.
  • Comprehensive healthcare and income protection programs.
  • Professional development opportunities for skill enhancement.
  • Support for overall well-being through time off and other benefits.
  • Recognition of diverse experiences and transferrable skills.
Full Job Description
Brown Brothers Harriman Capital Partners is currently recruiting a SeniorHedge Fund Controller to join the Capital Partners Fund Finance team. This role is responsible for the oversight of a team of Fund Controllers who own the accounting, financial reporting/analysis and tax reporting functions for the BBH Private Funds (the "Funds") which includes hedge funds, real estate funds, fund of funds and private credit funds, sponsored by the BBH Capital Partners line of business. The role interfaces with the Funds' administrators in Boston (Alternatives TA, Financial Reporting, Partnership Accounting and Tax), BBH product/portfolio managers and their teams, client relationship managers, Compliance, Risk, Legal, the BBH corporate accounting function, big 4 audit and tax firms, and other internal teams and senior stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Review and own monthly financial reporting received from service providers for the BBH Private Funds. This role requires experienced knowledge of private securities and associated accounting, valuation, tax and audit experience in private funds.
  • Lead the annual Fund audited financial statement's function, footnotes and workbooks, provide feedback to the financial reporting team and manage audit deliverables. Allocate resources appropriately for each Fund audit.
  • Develop a deep understanding of each underlying private security through study of legal documentation and advise on tax leakage consequences for security types in specific legal entities. Own the development and implementation of accounting policy for the Private Funds.
  • Manage annual production of tax estimates, tax returns and K-1's for all Private Funds.
  • Manage the Funds' monthly, quarterly, and annual deliverables.
  • Own the Expense Management of each Fund and ensure that a strong internal control environment exists.
  • Review Fund analytics such as IRR's and performance metrics for Fund and investor reporting.
  • Own the calculation of management fees and incentive allocations.
  • Own capital calls, distribution calculations and redemption payments for the Funds.
  • Coordinate the set-up of new Funds and the liquidation of closing funds. Review Fund-level legal agreements in connection with the initial fund set-up.
  • Assist portfolio managers with ad hoc requests and present at senior-level internal meetings as needed. Liaise with other important internal stakeholders as necessary, including leaders in Risk, Compliance, Legal, Client Service and Marketing.
  • Train, manage, educate and motivate team members. Set challenging goals and manage the ongoing appraisal process.


Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience, with strong partnership accounting skills, strong knowledge of investment company accounting, and familiarity in reviewing audited financial statements.
  • CPA (or equivalent) preferred with big 4 experience.
  • Strong understanding of K-1 and Partnership tax reporting.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and solve problems independently.
  • Strong communication skills to elevate and resolve issues with Service Providers.
  • The ability to adapt to shifting priorities and manage deliverables.
  • Real Estate Fund Accounting expertise a plus.


Salary Range

NY: $150,000 - $200,000 base salary + annual bonus opportunity

BBH and its affiliates' compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck-providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being.

We value diverse experiences. We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn't followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn't meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply.

About Brown Brothers Harriman

Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. (BBH) is the oldest and largest private bank in the United States. Founded in 1818, BBH has been a leader in the financial industry for over 200 years. The company provides a wide range of financial services to individuals, families, and institutions, including wealth management, investment management, and private banking. BBH has offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia, and manages over $1.6 trillion in assets.
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