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Assistant Controller in Fund Accounting
Philadelphia, PA
IDj-28621Posted 10/27/2025
Our Venture Capital industry client located in Philadelphia is looking to hire an Assistant Controller in Fund Accounting on a direct-hire basis. The ideal candidate will have a mix of public/private and up to 5 years of experience with audit/fund accounting and fund management.  The Assistant Controller Fund Accounting will play a key role in overseeing the client's fund administrators, supporting valuations and reporting, and making sure our partners get the transparency and accuracy they expect. 
 
Salary $120K-$160K
Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO and more!  
Schedule M-F (Hybrid schedule) In Office Tue, Wed, and Thur
 
Responsibilities:

  • Oversee quarterly and annual financial statements and partner capital statements prepared by our fund administrators.

  • Review valuation adjustments and support the Investment Team with quarterly portfolio reporting.

  • Coordinate with auditors and tax advisors during annual audit and tax cycles.

  • Support investor reporting and respond to Partner due diligence questionnaires.

  • Oversee our third-party compliance provider to ensure timely onboarding and monitoring.

  • Assist with capital calls, distributions, and other fund operations.

  • Maintain accurate records, cap tables, and documentation across funds.

  • Assist the Investment Team with decision-making by analyzing financing documents and understanding capitalization structures.

  • Jump in on other projects that keep the finance function and firm running smoothly.

For success, please be aware of expectations:

  • Experience in asset management is highly preferred. 

  • Up to 5 years of experience with a public/private mix (audit and fund accounting)

  • Pay attention to details. Numbers, statements, and disclosures are precise bto ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

  • Be comfortable in the weeds. Ability to reconcile partner capital, review valuations, and analyze fund models.

  • Be proactive. Don't just process — Anticipate what is needed and bring solutions forward.

  • Have the ability to navigate ambiguity. Fund accounting isn’t always black and white, and always be resourceful when situations shift.

  • Be curious about the investment side. Always eager to analyze financing documents, understand complex cap tables, and provide insights that help the Investment Team make better decisions.

  • Be collaborative. Thrive working with our Controller, CFO, auditors, and fund admins to get things right.

  • Be dependable. You know partners and leadership are counting on you, and you deliver consistently.

  • Be growth-minded. Drive to deepen expertise in venture fund accounting and grow into greater responsibility over time.

  • Work well around high performers. Keep professionalism and diplomacy top of mind, especially in high-stakes founder contexts.

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