Controller

Institution: Investment Management Firm

Role: Controller

Location: Los Angeles, CA (hybrid 2 days onsite)

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 (+ bonus)

About the Company

Our client is a global equity asset manager serving leading institutional investors around the world. It is recognized as a pioneer in dynamic equity management, using proprietary technology to build equity portfolios that adapt to changing market conditions. The Firm manages tens of billions of dollars in assets across a range of public equity strategies designed to meet institutional clients' return and risk objectives.

The Role

They are looking for an experienced Controller who will report to the Chief Financial Officer. As the Controller, this position will manage the day-to-day operations of the Finance department, assist with the financial management of the firm, prepare consolidated financial statements and reports, and manage preparations of all related account analyses. The Controller will continually evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, manage accounting staff, and ensure the accuracy of the Firm’s accounting transactions and financial reporting.

What You’ll Do

• Direct the firm’s accounting operations, overseeing all transactions related to the general ledger and periodic closings
• Supervise accounting personnel, including AP and payroll, coordinate training programs
• Complete quarterly client billings and manage billing process across Finance and Operations departments
• Prepare annual financial reports and quarterly internal financials
• Prepare/review monthly journal entries, year-end accruals, and closing entries
• Document and update accounting processes and procedures
• Prepare audit and tax requests annually
• Prepare quarterly Board of Directors materials
• Oversees preparation of business activity reports, works with the CFO to create financial forecasts and annual budgets
• Establishes internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions in accordance with GAAP, performs and documents accounting research
• Provides financial analysis related to capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations
• Prepare internal ad-hoc reporting as needed

What They’re Looking For

• B.A. or B.S. in Accounting, Finance, or Business required
• CPA license
• A minimum of 4-10 years of prior work experience
• Strong financial background, including preparation of financial statements required
• Strong analytical and organizational skills needed with ability to perform required analysis quickly and accurately under tight deadlines.
• Strong experience using Excel and system tools to develop analytical models and reports
• Prior experience with calculating investment management fees
• Experience with the following systems: NetSuite, Spreadsheet Server, Concur Expense, and Corporate banking platforms
• Experience with international accounting and foreign currency
• Prior experience with public accounting firm or asset management firm
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication skills to present to investors and the Board