Description To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at [email protected]’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Private Equity Assistant Controller position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees2) They have higher bonus structures3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)5) And more…The Assistant Controller plays a vital role in supporting the finance and accounting functions. The primary responsibility will be in overseeing the financial operations of the organization. The incumbent will work closely with various departments, helping to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and efficient financial processes to include oversight of the month-end/year-end financial statement close and the year-end audit.
Review the portfolio companies they are acquiring
Working on our controlled company investments
Consolidation and Reporting
Review financial statements from operating companies and monitor compliance
Fund-level accounting for Holding Companies
Assist in all aspects of management company and fund accounting including reviewing the quarterly and year-end closing process for multiple investment partnerships in collaboration with Compass deal teams.
Oversee all aspects of financial reporting to limited partners, including capital calls, distributions, financial statements, and associated partners' capital accounts, in close collaboration with the firm’s external fund administrator.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Minimum 7 to 10 years' experience in a management role ideally with both public accounting and in-house experience gained in a high growth organization.
Licensed CPA; Must have an active CPA license, up to date with CPE requirements.
Deep-seated knowledge/understanding of GAAP/IFRS.
Proven Merger & Acquisition experience
Proficient in financial analysis and project accounting processes.
Demonstrated excellence in judgment, analytical and problem-solving capability.
Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills to present financial information clearly and concisely to different audiences.
Ability to effectively interface with senior management and collaborate with team members across the organization.
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