Assistant Controller-Private Equity

Job Title: Assistant Controller

Location: Dallas, TX

Industry: Investment Management (Private Equity Focus)

About the Role:

An established, high-performing investment management firm is seeking a sharp, detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join its lean, collaborative team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of fund operations and accounting across a variety of private capital strategies. You’ll work closely with leadership across finance, operations, compliance, and the front office, playing a critical role in both day-to-day execution and strategic projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee accounting and operational workflows for multiple investment funds

Manage monthly fund close and reporting cycles

Prepare and distribute quarterly investor statements

Calculate management and performance fees in accordance with fund documents

Assist with investor communications and deliverables

Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors on annual audits and filings

Support the Controller and COO on cross-functional and ad hoc initiatives

Partner with the Chief Compliance Officer on select regulatory reporting requirements

What You Bring:

Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex formulas and modeling

Experience with fund accounting platforms (FIS Investran or similar systems)

At least five years of experience in fund accounting, operations, or tax at a private equity, venture capital, or other alternative asset firm

Deep understanding of capital calls, distributions, partnership accounting, and investor allocations

CPA designation preferred

Solid grasp of GAAP as applied to investment funds, especially capital account allocations

Who You Are:

Precise and accurate, with a strong sense of ownership

Organized and deadline-driven

Comfortable operating independently, but collaborative when it counts

Confident in your technical skills, yet humble and always open to learning

Why This Role?

Join a tight-knit, entrepreneurial team where your contributions are seen and valued. The firm is small, nimble, and performance-oriented—with a long-term mindset and a strong reputation in the private equity space. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-rich environment and is looking to grow with a sophisticated investment platform.