The CFO will oversee all accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, investor reporting, and portfolio valuation for the firm's investment funds. This position is responsible for the financial health of the management company, managing relationships with external administrators, auditors, and lenders, and supporting the investment team with deal execution, capital calls, and distributions. The ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial mindset, strong technical expertise in fund accounting, and can manage both strategic and transactional finance duties
Key Responsibilities
- Fund Accounting & Reporting: Supervise the entire accounting function for the private equity funds and the management company, including accurate quarterly reporting and adherence to GAAP and SBIC regulations.
- Investor Relations & Communications: Oversee investor reporting, capital calls, and distributions. Maintain regular, clear communication with limited partners regarding fund performance.
- Compliance & Risk Management: Act as the CCO or work closely with external legal counsel to ensure compliance with SEC requirements, governmental regulations, and tax regulations.
- Portfolio Valuation & Monitoring: Prepare and review portfolio company valuations in accordance with industry standards and LP agreements.
- Transaction Support: Contribute to business/operational due diligence prior to investment, and manage the financial integration of new acquisitions.
- Treasury & Cash Management: Manage cash flows, bank relationships, and compliance with debt covenants.
- Operations & Infrastructure: Oversee firm operations, facility needs, and insurance.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: 10+ years of progressive financial leadership, with significant experience in a CFO or Controller role at a private equity firm, investment management firm, or related lower middle-market environment.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required.
- Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of fund accounting, private equity valuation methods, tax regulations, and complex waterfall calculations.
- Systems Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, and experience with accounting systems like NetSuite, MS Dynamics, or specialized fund accounting platforms.
- Skills: Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a small team and communicate with both investment professionals and external stakeholders.
Pay: $113,374.95 - $136,537.58 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Private equity: 10 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
