Fund Controller

We are a provider of specialized fund administration services for Managers and General Partners of private equity funds, specifically: Buy‐out, Venture Capital, Real Estate and Fund‐of‐ Funds. For new General Partners, we provide consulting services to help accelerate the launch of their funds in addition to our full fund administration services. For established General Partners, we provide administration services and technology to whole fund families or select funds, to help scale their fund operations rapidly and efficiently.
Job Description:
The Fund Controller at Standish works with other team members to lead the financial reporting and administration operations of our clients. In conjunction with the Engagement Manager, the Fund Controller is responsible for fund accounting, capital account maintenance and financial statement preparation for clients.
Essential Functions:
Supervision of the audit and tax preparation process
Assisting with the preparation of information and data for Capital Calls, Distributions and Allocations to investors
Detailed management and tracking of portfolio company financings
Cash flow management and forecasting
Assisting with the Quarterly Reporting to the Limited Partners
Maintenance of investor information in third party software systems
Some local travel to Client sites as needed
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree required (Finance/Accounting/Economics concentration preferred)
2+ years of public accounting experience or equivalent
CPA is a plus
Previous Private Equity/VC experience and knowledge of Partnership Accounting, preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word & Outlook
Familiarity with QuickBooks preferred
Benefits Include:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, along with life insurance, Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
Comprehensive disability/maternity and paternity plans
401K
Flexible Vacation Plan
Sick Time Accrual Plan
Standard holidays along with year-end office closure
We provide a flexible work environment for all employees