coda searchstaffingJersey City, NJ
Assistant Controller / Controller - Credit Funds
Assistant Controller / Controller - Credit Funds
Assistant Controller / Controller - Credit Funds
coda searchstaffingJersey City, NJ
12 days ago
Portfolio Management and Investment AdviceMiscellaneous Financial Investment ActivitiesTrust, Fiduciary, and Custody Activities
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)We’re partnering with a high-growth, institutional-backed real estate credit platform on a confidential search for a Senior Fund Accountant / Fund Controller–level hire. Launched in recent years and backed by a mix of institutional capital, family offices, and high-net-worth investors, the firm has already scaled to $1B+ in AUM and continues to expand its strategy. This is a high-impact role reporting directly to the CFO, with oversight responsibility and the opportunity to operate as a true “right hand” within a lean, entrepreneurial team. Key Highlights: Exposure to Master/Feeder fund structures within a growing credit platform Direct interaction with senior leadership and external partners Opportunity to manage and mentor junior team members Highly visible role with involvement across operations, reporting, and strategy
Responsibilities:
- Oversee preparation and review of NAV calculations across fund structures
- Partner with fund administrators and counterparties to resolve discrepancies
- Review and analyze remittances, deal activity, financing costs, and expenses
- Calculate management and incentive fees
- Lead year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors
- Review fund tax returns and K-1sSupport compliance initiatives and internal controls
- Drive process improvements, reporting enhancements, and system implementations
- Perform data analysis and reconciliations across portfolios
Qualifications:
- ~8–12 years of experience, with strong fund accounting background (credit or alternatives preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (CPA strongly preferred)
- Experience with complex fund structures (Master/Feeder)
- Advanced Excel skills; exposure to programming or data tools is a plus
- Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Strong attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
Additional Details:
- Northern New Jersey–based (full-time, in-office environment)
- Competitive base + bonus structure
- Hands-on, high-visibility role within a scaling platform
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Level
Lead
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Occupation
Accountants and Auditors
Industry
Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
Posted
12 days ago