Fund Controller, Director (Energy Transition Fund)

InfraRed Capital Partners • New York, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

InfraRed Capital Partners (“InfraRed”) is a leading international mid-market infrastructure asset manager with a 25-year history of successful development and stewardship of essential infrastructure. InfraRed manages US$13bn of equity capital globally across listed and private funds, employing over 160 people across offices in London, Frankfurt, Madrid, New York, Miami, Sydney, and Seoul. InfraRed is part of SLC Management, the institutional alternatives and traditional asset management business of Sun Life.

As the Director, you will provide leadership and analytical rigor to the financial and portfolio management of the InfraRed Energy Transition Fund (“IRETF”). This role oversees the day-to-day fund management for IRETF, encompassing reporting, valuation, treasury and liquidity management, investor communications, quarterly report preparation, and technical/structuring support for portfolio transactions (investments, refinancings, restructurings, and exits).

Requirements

• Previous experience in a role such as Fund / Financial Controller, Valuations, or fund finance is required.
• Degree qualified with a strong academic record.
• Strong knowledge and experience of valuations, cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and private fund reporting.
• Experience supporting complex transactions and structuring is advantageous.
• Understanding of the US regulatory environment with respect to open-ended funds.
• Experience working within a controlled environment with strong governance and compliance expectations.
• Advanced project management skills with the ability to multi-task, manage complex processes and conflicting priorities, and deliver accurate, high-quality work to tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team and contribute at a senior level to strategic, business development, and operational matters.
• Demonstrable experience developing relationships with, and managing, multiple internal and external stakeholders with sometimes conflicting objectives (including institutional investors and third-party service providers).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and PowerPoint) and comfortable working with detailed financial models and data sources/terminals.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage at a Senior/Institutional Investor level.

Nice To Haves

• CFA, CPA, ACA and/or MBA a plus.
• Strong infrastructure / energy transition fund management experience with a rounded financial, risk, and commercial awareness and proficiency analyzing financial statements is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of IRETF quarterly reports, assist with annual accounts, sustainability (ESG) reporting, quarterly valuations, and investor returns (routine and ad-hoc).
• Present financial information to investors and internally as required.
• Lead, develop, and implement best practices for investment valuation, coordinating with valuation advisors and auditors.
• Oversee and manage the treasury function for IRETF, including banking facilities, letters of credit, foreign exchange management/hedging, monitoring cash positions, cash flow forecasting, investor drawdowns and distributions, and subscriptions/distributions from investments.
• Liaise with NYC and London finance teams.
• Maintain regular, well-prepared communication with investors to foster repeat business, including supporting/leading engagement at AGMs, LPACs, and ad-hoc investor meetings.
• Respond to investor queries accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assess future capital requirements and assist with the preparation of investor materials, participating in investor presentations and due diligence processes.
• Provide fund-level and structuring support to IRETF transactions led by the investment team, including acquisitions, refinancings, restructurings, and exits.
• Support the finance team with the establishment and administration of any new vehicles required for acquisitions, co-investments, or portfolio enhancements.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage value enhancement initiatives to maximize portfolio value and improve yield/returns in coordination with investment and asset management colleagues.
• Prepare and present approval papers as required to internal committees and boards.
• Ensure compliance with fund documentation, internal processes, and delegated authorities.
• Manage and develop junior colleagues.

Benefits

• Generous employee benefits package
• Discretionary bonus

What This Job Offers

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