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Urgent! Controller - Private Credit Job Opening In New York – Now Hiring Oliver James

Controller Private Credit



Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Controller to join our Finance team and lead the accounting and financial operations for our Private Credit platform.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in credit fund structures, fund accounting, operations, and reporting.

This role will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and play a critical part in overseeing the financial infrastructure that supports the firm's private credit strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversight of Fund Accounting:
    Manage the accounting and operational workflows for a suite of private credit funds, including direct lending, opportunistic credit, and structured credit vehicles.

  • Financial Reporting:
    Lead the preparation and review of quarterly and annual financial statements, investor reporting, and regulatory filings.

  • Audit & Tax Coordination:
    Oversee annual audits and tax return processes in partnership with external auditors, tax advisors, and fund administrators.

  • Treasury & Liquidity Management:
    Monitor capital activity including calls and distributions, cash forecasting, and credit facility usage across private credit entities.

  • Valuation Oversight:
    Partner with investment and valuation teams to support the quarterly valuation process, including fair value measurement and internal documentation.

  • Process & Control Development:
    Enhance and implement best-in-class accounting policies, operational controls, and automation initiatives.

  • Team Leadership:
    Supervise and mentor junior finance team members and coordinate with outsourced service providers.

  • Cross-functional Collaboration:
    Work closely with Investor Relations, Legal/Compliance, and Investment teams to support fundraising, structuring, and investment execution efforts.

  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred

  • 8+ years of relevant experience, including at a fund manager, fund administrator, or Big 4 public accounting firm with asset management clients

  • Deep understanding of private credit fund structures, including closed-end funds, SMAs, and co-investment vehicles

  • Experience with US GAAP (particularly ASC 820 and 946), and credit valuation practices

  • Proven ability to manage external auditors, administrators, and tax professionals

  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and process-oriented mindset

  • Proficiency in Excel; experience with systems such as Investran, Geneva, or similar is a plus

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


  • Required Skill Profession

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