Financial Controller (USA)
Stamford, CTFinance & AccountingOnsite3+ YOE
Summary
Oversees reconciliation, treasury management, audits, and fund accounting for a systematic hedge fund. Requires 3-5 years in fund operations, bachelor's in accounting/finance, and strong Excel/automation skills like VBA, Python, SQL.
About the role
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily reconciliation processes and support monthly NAV production and review in coordination with fund administrators
- Supervise and optimize treasury and collateral management activities across accounts
- Coordinate and oversee annual audits and tax filings for both funds and the management company
- Support management company accounting, including recording expenses, accruals, intercompany transactions, and supporting month-end close and financial reporting
- Manage and enhance vendor payment processes, including automation of workflows for external payees (e.g., data vendors, professional service providers)
- Develop, document, and maintain operational procedures for critical processes, including building and maintaining an internal accounting/operations knowledge base
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 3 to 5 years of experience in accounting, fund operations, or middle/back office roles within a hedge fund, asset manager, prime broker, or fund administrator
- Familiarity with multi-asset class instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives, FX)
- Strong Excel skills; experience with data analysis, automation tools (e.g., VBA, Python, SQL), or accounting systems is a plus
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience with Geneva accounting software is preferred but not required
- Experience leveraging automation tools (including AI-based solutions) to improve accounting or operational workflows is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary, plus bonus based on individual and company performance
- Collaborative, casual, and friendly work environment while solving the hardest problems in the financial markets
- PPO Health, dental and vision insurance premiums fully covered for you and your dependents
Skills
ExcelVBAPythonSQLGenevadata analysisautomation tools