Ascension Search Partners has been engaged by a fast-growing, multi-billion dollar alternative investment firm to identify a highly skilled Assistant Controller to support its corporate accounting function.

This is a rare opportunity to join an elite alternative investment fund manager with over $3B in assets under management, known for its sharp investment discipline, institutional rigor, and collaborative culture. The firm has consistently delivered impressive results and is expanding its platform. With a commitment to operational excellence and best-in-class leadership, this firm offers the chance to work alongside top professionals in a fast-paced yet collegial environment. The Assistant Controller will play a critical role in managing the end-to-end accounting operations of the management company and partner closely with senior leadership.

Why consider this opportunity?

• Join a well-established and growing investment manager with over $3B AUM.

• Work alongside high-performing teams in a collaborative, intellectually rigorous culture.

• Exposure to a sophisticated multi-manager investment platform and complex fund structures.

• Take on high-impact responsibilities with strong visibility across finance, operations, and leadership.

• Competitive compensation and the opportunity to grow your career in the alternative investment space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day corporate accounting functions including journal entries, payroll, payment processing, and month-end close.

• Oversee expense allocations between the firm’s funds and management company.

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, cash flow, and balance sheets in compliance with US GAAP.

• Strengthen internal controls and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis.

• Collaborate across fund accounting, operations, and investment teams to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.

• Support external audits and maintain regulatory compliance.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including time in public accounting (Big 4 preferred).

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.

• Prior experience in a hedge fund, private equity, or asset management setting.

• Deep understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.

• Strong Excel skills and working knowledge of accounting systems.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and a proactive team player with strong communication skills.

• Integrity, initiative, and a drive to excel in a high-performance environment.