Controller

Contradict Capital • New York City, NY

7h • $130,000 - $200,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are an operator-oriented investment platform focused on acquiring and scaling lower-middle-market businesses through control investments. We are long-term oriented and partner closely with management teams to drive operational improvement and durable value creation. The firm is currently investing its first institutional fund, with approximately $300 million of committed capital, focused on control-oriented private equity investments across targeted sectors.

The Controller will oversee accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls across the firm and its investment vehicles. This is a foundational role that will work closely with senior leadership, auditors, tax advisors, and external administrators. The role will serve as a key partner in establishing scalable financial infrastructure as the platform grows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required (or above)
• 5+ years of relevant experience in public accounting and/or private equity, investment management, or fund administration
• Strong technical accounting skills and comfort with complex structures
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and operate in a fast-paced environment
• Strong working knowledge of Excel; experience with fund accounting systems a plus

Nice To Haves

• CPA / CPA Candidate strongly preferred
• Experience working with external administrators and auditors preferred

Responsibilities

• Overseeing firm and fund accounting, including month-end and year-end close processes
• Managing general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Managing cash controls, banking relationships, and cash forecasting; reviewing daily cash and investment activity as applicable
• Coordinating capital calls, distributions, and capital account activity; maintaining supporting documentation and audit trails
• Reviewing management fee calculations, expense allocations, and related billing/LP reporting support
• Preparing or overseeing preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and supporting disclosures
• Coordinating with external fund administrators (as applicable), auditors, and tax advisors to ensure timely, accurate reporting
• Supporting partnership audit and tax processes with schedules and analysis for external auditors and tax preparers
• Maintaining and improving internal controls, policies, and procedures, including documentation and process discipline
• Supporting transaction-related accounting considerations including onboarding of new investments and integration planning
• Partnering cross-functionally with legal, tax, operations, and investment teams on new investments and restructurings
• Assisting with special projects, systems implementations, and internal ad hoc requests

Benefits

• comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits
• paid time off
• life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• discretionary bonuses
• Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at the Firm’s sole discretion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager