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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

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Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionAccounting/Auditing and Finance
• IndustriesStaffing and Recruiting

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