Interim Controller; Consultant

Interim Controller (Consultant)

We are currently seeking candidates for an Interim Controller opportunity with a well‑established investment organization located in New York City. This consultant will step into a hands‑on accounting leadership role, providing immediate support during a transition period while helping ensure the firm's accounting, reporting, and audit‑related activities continue to operate efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both fund accounting and management company accounting within an investment environment.

This is a 3+ month contract position paying between $115-$125/hour (depending on experience).

This role supports a hybrid work model consisting of 3-4 days on‑site per week in New York City.

• Provide hands‑on accounting leadership across both the management company and investment‑related accounting activities throughout the engagement.
• Act as the primary resource for audit‑related matters by coordinating deliverables and partnering closely with external auditors and service providers during the audit cycle.
• Support financial reporting requirements by overseeing close activities, reviewing supporting schedules, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and third‑party providers to monitor fund activity, capital transactions, expense allocations, and other investment accounting matters.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance financial reporting and operational efficiencies.
• Assist senior leadership with ad cast financial analyses, governance‑related materials, and broader accounting and operational initiatives.
• Manage day‑to‑day accounting responsibilities while helping facilitate a smooth transition of knowledge and responsibilities to the permanent hire, when applicable.
• Perform additional accounting and financial reporting responsibilities as needed.

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time spent in an accounting leadership capacity such as Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager.
• Required experience within both fund accounting and management company accounting, preferably within investment management or alternative investment environments.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, corporate financial reporting requirements, and external audit processes.
  
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• CPA designation is strongly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities and familiarity with investment accounting, fund administration, or financial reporting systems are highly desirable.
• Ability to quickly integrate into a lean finance organization and effectively manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Previous experience working within investment management, private investment, family office, endowment, hedge fund, venture capital, or similar organizations is highly preferred.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills with a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving and exceptional attention to detail.

For immediate consideration, interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to