Fund Controller | Private Equity
For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn.
Fund Controller | Private Equity | Burlingame, CA
Compensation: $200,000–$250,000 base + bonus
About the Firm
A growing private equity investment firm with approximately $1B in AUM is seeking a Fund Controller to join its lean, entrepreneurial team. The firm invests in founder-led businesses across technology and business services and is preparing to launch its next fund.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the CFO, the Fund Controller will oversee fund and management company accounting while partnering closely with senior leadership, Legal, Investor Relations, and other internal teams. This is a highly visible role with broad exposure across the platform and significant opportunity to shape processes as the firm continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee fund and management company accounting, financial reporting, and related operations
- Partner with the CFO and senior leadership on accounting, valuation, and financial matters
- Support investor reporting, LP inquiries, and operational due diligence
- Research complex accounting issues and develop practical solutions
- Collaborate with the front office and gain exposure to the valuation process
- Mentor and eventually manage the Accounting Manager and Senior Accountant
- Help enhance processes and controls as the firm launches its next fund
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of relevant accounting experience, ideally across private equity fund and management company accounting
- Private equity experience strongly preferred; venture capital or credit backgrounds also considered
- Tax experience is a plus, but not required
- Hands-on, analytical approach with strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills and confidence interacting with senior executives and LPs
- Comfortable working in a small, fast-paced environment with broad responsibilities
For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn.
Compensation
$200,000.00-$250,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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