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Senior Fund Controller, Alternative Funds
Senior Fund Controller, Alternative FundsWellington Management • Needham, MA, US
Senior Fund Controller, Alternative Funds

Senior Fund Controller, Alternative Funds

Wellington Management • Needham, MA, US
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Fund Controller

Wellington Alternative Investments (WAI) sponsors and sub-advises a broad array of long / short equity, multi-strategy, global macro, private equity, and relative value hedge funds that invest globally across all asset classes. The Fund Services department is responsible for the accounting, financing, financial reporting, and operations for these funds.

The Fund Controller sits within the Fund Control and Operations team in Fund Services and will oversee centralized tasks and monthly NAV processes for several Wellington-sponsored Hedge Funds. This role requires frequent collaboration with other Wellington teams and external service providers (ex. Prime Brokers, Fund Administrators, Auditors).

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the monthly NAV process for a number of Wellington-sponsored and sub-advised Hedge Funds, including the review and approval of Administrator NAV's
  • Perform a variety of daily / weekly / monthly centralized activities, such as tax accounting, valuation oversight, client reporting, and management reporting
  • Handle a broad set of responsibilities focused on investor cash flow and transfer agency oversight
  • Assist Business, Investor Relations, and Compliance teams, among others, providing information and data to respond to queries and performing ad hoc analyses based on the funds' or investors' activity
  • Develop and manage relationships with Wellington's centralized teams and external service providers
  • Lead and support projects, both large and small, associated with Wellington-sponsored and sub-advised Hedge Funds, Wellington's operational and systems infrastructure, and service providers

Qualifications

  • College undergraduate degree, preferably in accounting, finance, or business
  • 3-5+ years' experience from public accounting firm, alternative investment firm, private equity, or fund administrator
  • Knowledge of partnership accounting (management fees, carried interest, clawback), third party distribution, hybrid / side pocket fund structure, and currency hedging concept
  • Very strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • A natural curiosity and desire to expand one's knowledge and role
  • A proactive nature in developing and improving processes
  • Advanced Excel, Access skills, business intelligence / IT skills using Alteryx, SQL, Tableau or a desire to develop them
  • Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, performing multiple tasks and balancing competing priorities
  • A client service mindset and strong communication skills
  • Progress towards a CPA, CFA, CAIA or MBA is a plus
  • Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That's ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.

    As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

    Base salary is only one component of Wellington's total compensation approach. Other rewards may include a discretionary corporate bonus and / or incentives, if eligible. In addition, we offer a comprehensive and high value benefit package to meet the unique needs of our employees and their families, and we are committed to fostering a flexible work environment that enables employees to thrive personally and professionally.

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    Fund Controller • Needham, MA, US