<ul><li><strong><em>Established PE Firm in the Boston Area </em></strong></li><li><strong><em>Assistant Fund Controller</em></strong></li><li><strong><em>$140-160k + bonus + amazing retirement, full health, work life</em></strong></li><li><strong><em>All in comp to exceed $200k.</em></strong></li><li><strong><em>2 days in Boston area office a must.</em></strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>A highly regarded investment firm is seeking an Assistant Controller to support fund-level accounting, reporting, and operational finance functions. This role blends technical accounting expertise with process oversight, systems optimization, and innovation initiatives. The position partners cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and efficient operations, while helping drive continuous improvement through automation and modern technology tools.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead fund and vehicle accounting, reporting, financial statement preparation, investor reporting, and audit coordination.</li><li>Manage third-party administrators and oversee fund accounting deliverables, capital activity, and related stakeholder communications.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, policies, and governing agreements, partnering with tax, legal, and operations teams as needed.</li><li>Support investment transactions, treasury activities, and broader finance process documentation and controls.</li><li>Drive process improvements, workflow optimization, automation, and data-driven technology enhancements to improve efficiency and scalability. </li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support the financial operations of private equity funds, co-investment structures, and continuation vehicles in Boston, Massachusetts. This position plays a central role in fund accounting, financial reporting, and operational oversight while partnering with internal teams and external service providers to maintain accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. The role also offers an opportunity to improve finance processes through data-driven insights, automation, and scalable reporting practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct accounting and reporting activities for private equity funds, co-investment vehicles, and continuation funds, including oversight of year-end audit readiness and execution.</p><p>• Supervise external fund administrators by reviewing ledger activity, journal entries, reconciliations, close processes, trial balances, and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare and examine quarterly and annual fund financial statements, including capital account reporting and related schedules for partners and stakeholders.</p><p>• Lead the execution of capital calls, cash distributions, reserve activity, and investor reporting with a focus on precision and timeliness.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to partnership terms, internal accounting policies, and applicable reporting obligations across fund operations.</p><p>• Support treasury and transaction-related finance activities tied to investment acquisitions, exits, and restructuring events.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal tax professionals to deliver accurate information for tax reporting and related fund-level requirements.</p><p>• Strengthen accounting controls, maintain clear process documentation, and respond effectively to requests from investors, auditors, and internal business partners.</p><p>• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance reporting, streamline workflows, and increase efficiency through automation, analytics, and emerging finance technologies.</p>