Fund Controller: Private Equity, Real Estate and Infrastructure

SUMMARY

The individual will be responsible for performing the fund accounting and analysis functions for investment partnerships and accounts managed by the Firm.

GCM Grosvenor manages over $32 billion in private equity assets and has been investing in private equity since 1999. We are a leader in global middle market buyout investing and in sourcing and investing with small, emerging, and diverse managers. 

As an onsite/hybrid employee, you are expected to be in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday. 

RESPONSIBILITIES           

The individual will be involved in the following critical activities:

• Perform the day-to-day accounting for private equity funds and related investment vehicles.
• Review quarterly and annual NAV and financial statement packages, including investor reporting. 
• Manage recurring client deliverables, including standard ILPA and additional client-requested reporting.
• Manage, monitor, and provide guidance to the outsourced accounting provider(s).
• Calculate and review quarterly management fee and carried interest waterfall calculations.
• Manage the funds’ cash balances to determine the need for capital calls, distributions.
• Review capital call and distributions notices to investors.
• Collaborate with other teams throughout the firm, including tax, legal, treasury, client services, portfolio management, to drive high-quality experience for clients.
• Support investment and client relationship personnel on ad-hoc requests.
• Participate in technology innovation and implementations to improve operations.
• Facilitate and influence changes associated with the continued improvement of business processes.
• Assist in preparation of financial statement audits and regulatory compliance reporting for the various partnerships and companies.
• General accounting responsibilities.
• Assist in special projects as requested.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• BA/BS in Accounting/Finance with outstanding academic credentials; applicable coursework or internship in the field of investments or financial markets.
• 5-7 years of experience working for a financial services firm or top-tier accounting firm.
• CPA preferred.
• Accounting experience in managing private equity, hedge funds or similar types of alternative products is preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of partnership accounting as well as exposure to financial reporting, auditing, and tax. Private equity experience is preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated team player, self-starter, and independent thinker with the ability to exercise excellent judgment.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of flexibility, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to balance multiple concurrent tasks and effectively manage deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Investran system is preferred, but not required.

In terms of cultural fit, the successful candidate will be self-motivated and energized by working amongst a group of thoughtful, smart and successful colleagues. He or she will enjoy being part of an organization focused on excellence and will be a naturally collaborative person who enjoys interacting with individuals at all levels. Additionally, he or she will be a strong team player with a proactive approach and the ability to exercise discretion and judgment.