Private Assets Fund Controller
The Panel is currently engaged to source a Private Assets Fund Controller on behalf of a reputable global Investment Manager in Dublin city centre on a permanent basis.
Job Summary (50 words)
This role requires assisting with day-to-day financial activities of newly created, regulated and unregulated investment funds managed by the company. Designing efficient frameworks through internal and external data and reports to understand market environment and business dynamics and implement best practices.
Responsibilities:
* Assist in building the fund accounting and financial reporting processes for the newly created funds.
* Assist with internal oversight of the fund administrator - responsible for overseeing and reviewing fund accounting deliverables including valuations and financial statements associated with fund reporting close periods.
* Assist with preparation of regulatory filings in conjunction with the funds external administrator.
* Provide oversight over cash reconciliations and variance resolutions, managing all communication with third party administrator.
* Maintain and oversee expense processing and budgets for funds.
* Liaise with internal teams such as Global Client Solutions, Client Services, Compliance, Legal, Tax, deal team, etc. to manage and review the fund administrators output deliverables.
* Assist with internal quarterly reporting of Funds' asset and revenue figures.
* Assist with resolution of all investor queries and reporting templates.
* Provide oversight on fund admins work mandate, SLAs, performance metrics, schedules, etc.
Requirements:
* Experience with open-end funds and private asset investments.
* Experience working with external service providers, particularly fund administrators.
* Experience in public / private fund accounting, closing, and reporting processes.
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
* Hold an Accountancy qualification or be in the process of obtaining a qualification.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Good interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong professional relationships at all levels, with both internal and external parties.