Fund Controller

MUFG Investor Services•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The controller ensures financial data is accurate according to client prescribed method of accounting, and ensures that reporting deadlines are met. The ability to interpret investment legal documentation and other source documents with a US GAAP application for investment companies is critical. The Controller will apply professional principles, practices and techniques to handle client relationship with innovative technology skills and processes.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Graduate Degree preferred
Licensed CPA
Strong technical experience related to investment accounting.
Strong knowledge of partnership and investment company accounting
Demonstrated ability to resolve complex accounting issues
5+ years professional work experience
Big 4 public accounting preferred, especially when combined with partnership accounting, investment company accounting, and/or real estate accounting
Financial statement preparation, including consolidations and footnotes
Knowledge of foreign currency translation and accounting issues
Proven track record of leadership and employee development
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with other business areas
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Management and development of employees
Ability to organize complex, time sensitive projects
Proficiency in use of accounting system and related technologies

Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day client relationship with the ability to triage questions and requests as well as provide guidance on private equity accounting and reporting
Facilitate discussions between the client and internal groups, and manage all required documentation relative to the discussion
Review and analyze capital structures for investments to determine what the accounting and related data requirements should be between the investment and fund
Review capital calls, distributions, and valuation activity for investments of the client
Review client reports and financial statements for accuracy and completeness while meeting all internal and external reporting deadlines
Manage of technical research and application of US GAAP to accounting issues pertaining to investment companies and issues occurring in the investments.
Plan, direct and supervise the efforts of a team to understand client requirements and deliver quality services on time in an efficient manner
Automate and document processes as needed
Perform any additional responsibilities that may be required by management in support of the ongoing development of the client
Supervise employees to ensure quality and productivity
Work collaboratively with technology and support personnel and maintain thorough knowledge of system capabilities and best practices