Associate Controller

Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Search

Headfarmer is partnering with a growth-oriented investment firm with a diversified private investment platform to identify an Associate Controller, Investments
. This role sits within a sophisticated finance organization and plays a critical part in supporting investment accounting, reporting, and operational scalability.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a technically strong accounting professional who enjoys building, improving, and scaling investment accounting processes in a fast-paced environment.

This role will help drive accuracy, insight, and efficiency across investment portfolio accounting and reporting. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, experience operating within complex investment structures, and the ability to collaborate across finance, portfolio management, and valuation teams.

• Oversee investment portfolio transaction activity, loan servicing, and portfolio monitoring, ensuring accuracy and data integrity
• Partner with portfolio management and finance teams on investment modifications, repayment scenarios, and portfolio analytics
• Collaborate with valuation teams to support investment structures and reporting
• Lead the implementation and integration of new investment or portfolio accounting systems, including data migration and workflow automation
• Supervise and participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review investment-related financial statement disclosures in compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory standards
• Support preparation of board and executive-level materials related to investment portfolio performance
• Develop and enhance standardized reporting templates, processes, and operating procedures
• Maintain and strengthen SOX-aligned internal controls and process documentation
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting and finance professionals

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Active CPA certification
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with a combination of Big 4 Financial Services (FSO) experience and in-house experience at an asset manager
• Big 4 background supporting asset management, private credit, credit funds, or regulated investment vehicles
• Post‑Big 4 experience within a private credit platform, asset manager, or alternative investment firm
• Strong understanding of investment accounting, valuation processes, and financial reporting
• Experience working in a SOX-regulated or highly controlled reporting environment
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complexity, and partner cross‑functionally
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial topics for non‑finance stakeholders

• Senior‑level ownership within investment accounting and reporting
• Opportunity to lead systems modernization and process improvement initiatives
• High visibility across finance, portfolio management, and leadership teams
• Competitive compensation and long‑term growth opportunity

For immediate consideration, APPLY NOW!

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing, Strategy/Planning, and Management

Financial Services and Investment Management

• Vision insurance
• Medical insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance