36212 | Assistant Controller

Job DescriptionHybrid opportunity (3x/week) for an Assistant Controller with one of Chicago's fastest-growing private equity firms.Responsibilities

Prepare quarterly financial statements.Post activity to the general ledger, reconcile accounts, coordinate payment of expenses and maintain supporting documentation.Drives quarterly closing and make quarter-end journal entries including appropriate accruals.Record the funding and recording of investment transactions.Calculate performance metrics including internal rates of return.Provide information and reports to LPs as needed.Oversees cash management functions for both funds and management companies.Prepares capital call and distribution notifications.Monthly bank account reconciliations.Manage lines of credit established to bridge capital calls.Partner with CFO and Controller on annual audit and tax preparation.Prepare year end financial statements for audits.Assist in preparation of the tax returns and K1's.Coordinate portfolio company related tax payments with external accounting firms.Requirements

5+ years of Accounting experience.Private Equity or Financial Services experience is strongly preferred.Hands-on experience supporting the month-end close process.CPA, public accounting foundation, and partnership tax accounting experience is strongly preferred.#LI-TK1