Description

Exiting Opportunity to join a growing Private Equity firm in Houston. The Assistant Controller will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations and accounting processes for one of their funds.

Assistant Controller Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage financial operations and accounting processes.

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax laws.

• Coordinate and manage financial audits and tax filings, provisions, and audits.

• Prepare, analyze, and provide accurate and timely financial statements and reports.

• Develop and manage budgets and forecasts.

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management, investors, and other stakeholders.

• Establish, maintain, and reassess internal controls in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Manage cash flow and liquidity.

• Develop and monitor financial strategies to support the firm's objectives and financial performance.

• Manage relationships with vendors, banks, auditors, tax preparers, fund administrators, and investors.

• Stay current with financial regulations and industry trends and maintain professional certifications.

• Manage special financial projects, finance initiatives, and other ad-hoc responsibilities and requests as needed.

  Requirements

Assistant Controller Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; master’s degree in accounting, a plus.

• CPA Required

• 5-8 years of accounting experience with Big 4 accounting firms and Private Equity/Fund Accounting

• Relevant experience with private equity firms and fund accounting with complex structures, a plus.

• Experience in coordinating tax planning and compliance and working with external tax advisors.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Exceptional diligence and accuracy in financial preparation, analysis, and reporting.

• Ability to maintain a positive and energetic attitude while working in a deadline-oriented environment.

• Professional demeanor and effective communication skills, both written and oral.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .