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Fund Controller (SBIC)

Chicago, ILOnsiteFull Time$85,000–$105,000 /yrPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Fund Controller
  • financial reporting
  • fund accounting
  • capital account maintenance
  • financial statement preparation
  • SBA regulatory oversight
  • audit
  • tax preparation
  • Capital Calls
  • Distributions

Nice to have

  • CPA
  • loan-level accounting
  • PIK
  • OID
  • amortization schedules
  • first lien/second lien structures

Role summary

The Fund Controller (SBIC) at Standish leads financial reporting and administration operations, overseeing fund accounting, capital account maintenance, financial statement preparation, and SBA regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include managing audits, tax preparation, capital calls, distributions, portfolio company financings, cash flow, forecasting, and investor reporting. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics, with a preference for a CPA and 2+ years of public accounting or equivalent experience preparing fund financial statements under US GAAP. Understanding of loan-level accounting, NAV calculations, and Private Equity/Venture Capital experience are preferred.

Job Description:

The Fund Controller at Standish works with other team members to lead the financial reporting and administration operations of our clients. In conjunction with the Engagement Manager, the Fund Controller is responsible for fund accounting, capital account maintenance, financial statement preparation, and SBA regulatory oversight for clients.

Essential Functions:

  • Supervision of the audit and tax preparation process
  • Assisting with the preparation of information and data for Capital Calls, Distributions and Allocations to investors
  • Detailed management and tracking of portfolio company financings
  • Cash flow management and forecasting
  • Assisting with the Quarterly Reporting to the Limited Partners
  • Maintenance of investor information in third party software systems
  • Assisting with the review/preparation of SBA regulatory reports (i.e. Form 468 / Capital Certificates / Leverage Draws, etc.)
  • Some local travel to Client sites as needed

    • Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree (Finance/Accounting/Economics concentration preferred)
  • 2+ years of public accounting experience or equivalent
  • Experience preparing or reviewing fund financial statements under US GAAP
  • Ability to multitask and perform tasks under strict deadlines
  • Ability to work in a team and individually
  • Professional verbal and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

    • Stand Out Qualifications:

  • CPA
  • Understanding of loan-level accounting mechanics (PIK, OID, amortization schedules, first lien/second lien structures)
  • Understanding of NAV calculations, management fee computations, and waterfall mechanics outlined in legal documents
  • Private Equity/Venture Capital experience
  • Knowledge of Partnership Accounting
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks

    • Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, along with life insurance, Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
  • Comprehensive disability/maternity and paternity plans
  • 401K
  • Flexible Vacation Plan
  • Sick Time Accrual Plan
  • Standard holidays along with year-end office closure
  • A flexible work environment for all employees

    • Compensation Range: $85,000 - $105,000 annually.

    *Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience and qualifications.

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