Controllers, AWM Fund Controllers, Associate, Dallas

Goldman Sachs•Dallas, TX

15h

About The Position

The Associate will be part of the Controllers organization, whose mission is to ensure the firm meets the financial control and reporting obligations of a global, regulated, public financial institution. As part of the firm's second line of defense, Controllers analyzes and ensures the accuracy of internal and external financial information, safeguards firm assets through independent scrutiny, and engages with regulators and auditors. Its culture of control and challenge helps protect the firm from reputational and other risks. Direct Hedge Funds, Hedge Funds Strategies, and Private Equity Group are Controllers teams that oversee complex private funds supporting the Asset & Wealth Management Division. The role supports and controls the asset management division while helping ensure compliance with firm policies and the rules and regulations governing global financial markets. Responsibilities include reviewing private-fund valuations, NAVs, and financial statements; supporting fund launches and liquidations; and handling fund reporting. The Associate works with internal divisions, fund administrators, and auditors.

Requirements

4–7 years of related experience.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
Basic knowledge of financial statement preparation and review.
Strong accounting knowledge and basic industry knowledge.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Knowledge of MS Office, including Word and Excel.
Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and work in a team environment.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
Excellent interpersonal, client relationship, written, and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter who is inquisitive and enthusiastic, with a strong analytical mindset.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Accounting preferred.
CA preferred, with experience in the alternative investments/private funds market and process management desired.
Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, and experience coordinating with Big Four accounting firms during the audit cycle, desirable.
Accounting knowledge of financial products such as interest rate swaps, credit default swaps, and currency options desired.

Responsibilities

Safeguard the firm's assets and reputation by controlling and supporting the asset management division and ensuring compliance with firm policies and applicable global financial market rules and regulations.
Review quarterly and monthly valuations and NAVs for private equity and hedge funds, review year-end financial statements, and perform related activities.
Support fund launch and liquidation processes.
Handle corporate, regulatory, and management reporting for funds.
Work closely with Business Teams, Product Services, Operations, IT, and Trading Divisions.
Work closely with fund administrators and auditors.