Fund Accounting Controller

Summary

Join Burkland Associates as a Fund Accounting Controller and oversee financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance for investment funds. You will ensure accurate fund accounting, investor reporting, and regulatory adherence. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in fund structures, GAAP reporting, and financial controls. This remote-first position offers a flexible work schedule, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture. You will work with VCs, private equity firms, or other investment entities. Burkland is committed to accelerating dreams for both clients and employees.

Requirements

• Strong expertise in GAAP, NAV calculations, and fund-level reporting
• Experience with partnership structures, and investor compliance
• Ability to implement strong financial controls and oversee fund audits
• Skilled in capital account reporting, distributions, and LP communications
• Ability to improve fund accounting workflows and implement technology solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, changing environments
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Comfortable learning new software and cloud-based systems

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily, monthly, and quarterly fund accounting processes, ensuring accurate NAV calculations and financial statements
• Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements, investor capital accounts, and fund-level reporting
• Ensure accurate allocation of income, expenses, and carried interest across fund structures
• Manage intercompany transactions, capital calls, distributions, and waterfall calculations
• Collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors to support year-end audits and tax compliance
• Design and implement internal controls to safeguard fund assets and maintain financial accuracy
• Ensure compliance with SEC, IRS, and investor reporting requirements for fund entities
• Monitor regulatory changes affecting fund structures and accounting practices
• Maintain SOX-compliant internal processes for fund operations, if applicable
• Provide timely investor reporting, including capital calls, distributions, and quarterly investor statements
• Support fund managers with financial analysis, fee structures, and carried interest modeling
• Maintain LP communications and investor capital account records to ensure transparency
• Work closely with fund administrators and custodians to streamline reporting processes
• Implement automation and process efficiencies for fund accounting workflows
• Evaluate and optimize fund accounting systems and reporting tools
• Develop standardized reporting packages for fund managers, investors, and auditors
• Lead process improvements for faster financial close cycles and enhanced data accuracy

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and your dependents
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible PTO
• 401k with a company match
• Home office expense reimbursement
• Remote-first workplace