Assistant Fund Controller

Overview

A Houston-based Family Office is seeking an Assistant Fund Controller to support the accounting, reporting, and operational oversight of its family office. This role will work closely with the Fund Controller, CFO, and CEO, providing hands-on support across fund accounting, financial reporting, audits, and investor-related activities.

The ideal candidate brings a strong private funds accounting background, thrives in a lean, collaborative environment, and is comfortable balancing precision with flexibility in a family office setting.

Key Responsibilities

Fund Accounting & Reporting

• Assist with day-to-day fund accounting activities across private equity, credit, and other alternative investment vehicles
• Support quarterly and annual financial statement preparation in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Review capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations for accuracy and timeliness
• Assist with preparation and review of fund performance metrics and internal reporting packages

Administration & Operations

• Serve as a key point of contact with third-party fund administrators
• Assist with cash management, liquidity planning, and capital forecasting
• Support compliance with partnership agreements, side letters, and internal policies
• Maintain and enhance fund accounting processes and internal controls

Audit, Tax & Compliance Support

• Coordinate with external auditors to support interim and annual audits
• Assist in managing audit deliverables, timelines, and documentation
• Support coordination with tax advisors for fund and investor tax reporting
• Assist with monitoring compliance related to credit facilities, if applicable

Investor & Internal Stakeholder Support

• Respond to investor and internal inquiries related to fund activity and reporting
• Partner with investment professionals, tax advisors, and senior leadership on ad hoc analyses
• Support special projects as needed, including new fund launches or structural changes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred (or progress toward CPA)
• 3–6+ years of experience in:
  • Private equity or alternative investment fund accounting
  • Fund administration, family office, or public accounting (financial services focus)
• Solid understanding of:
  • Capital calls, distributions, waterfalls, and fee calculations
  • Partnership accounting and financial reporting
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
• Professional communication style and service-oriented mindset
• Comfortable working in a lean, hands-on family office structure