What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller - $5bn Opportunistic Credit - New York, NY position at Christopher Whitney?
Christopher Whitney is working exclusively with a New York–based opportunistic credit investment manager with approximately $5bn in assets under management. We're seeking a Controller to join its finance team. This role is ideal for a technically strong, hands-on finance professional with experience across both management company accounting and fund operations, looking to step into a broad, visible role within a growing alternative asset manager.
The Controller will be responsible for core financial reporting and planning for the management company, while also overseeing third-party fund administrators and supporting fund-level reporting and audits.
Key Responsibilities
Management Company Accounting & Finance
- Manage day-to-day accounting and monthly close for the management company and related entities
- Prepare management company financial statements and internal reporting
- Own budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis for the management company
- Monitor expenses, accruals, and allocations across funds and corporate entities
- Partner with senior management on financial analysis and operational decision-making
Fund Accounting Oversight
- Oversee third-party fund administrators across credit and opportunistic vehicles
- Review NAV calculations, capital activity, management and performance fees, and expense allocations
- Coordinate fund financial statements, audits, and investor reporting
- Serve as a key liaison between internal teams, administrators, auditors, and tax advisors
Controls, Processes & Reporting
- Assist with maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Support process improvements, reporting enhancements, and systems as the firm scales
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting in line with GAAP and regulatory requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred but not required
- 5–10 years of relevant experience within alternative investment management, fund administration, or public accounting with asset management clients
- MUST HAVE hands-on experience with management company accounting. Fund accounting/oversight experience a plus
- Exposure to credit, private credit, hedge funds, or other alternative strategies strongly preferred
- Strong Excel skills and comfort working with fund administrators and external advisors
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment