Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The CFO/Sr. Controller for Private Credit leads financial operations for a global alternative investment firm's private credit platform, impacting fund management and strategic planning.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing fund accounting, financial reporting, treasury, tax, audits, supporting deal execution, overseeing third-party administrators, leading audits and regulatory reporting, developing financial models, supporting capital raising, ensuring internal controls, and providing leadership on fund finance best practices.
Experience and skills
Requires CPA certification, 12+ years in finance with leadership in private credit or alternative investments, deep knowledge of fund structures and credit instruments, experience with institutional investors, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, leadership, communication, and organizational skills, and willingness to travel.
Company information
The company is a global alternative investment firm managing over $50 billion in assets across private credit and private equity strategies.
Job location and travel
The position is located in New York City with periodic travel required to investor meetings, fund administrator sites, or affiliate offices.
Company overview
Wall Street Careers® is a recruitment firm founded in 2001, specializing in the buy-side and financial sectors. The company excels in placing high-level positions such as Board members, C-Level executives, and Vice Presidents to Managing Directors, often completing searches in half the typical time. Based in New York, Wall Street Careers® serves a niche market by providing tailored recruiting solutions and maintaining a robust talent community. Their services are highly regarded for efficiency and effectiveness in the competitive financial industry.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your CPA credential, 12+ years of leadership in private credit finance, and deep expertise in fund structures and credit instruments as detailed in the job description.
Highlight your experience managing financial operations including fund accounting, audits, treasury, and regulatory reporting, showcasing your ability to lead complex financial processes and teams.
Apply through multiple channels such as Wall Street Careers® corporate website, LinkedIn, and other finance-focused job boards to maximize your application visibility for this senior role.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Wall Street Careers®’ private credit division; start conversations by referencing recent industry trends in private credit or asking about their experience with fund administration challenges.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the description such as 'private credit', 'fund accounting', 'CPA', 'U.S. GAAP', 'valuation', and 'capital raising' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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