Fund Controller

About GP Fund Solutions:

GPFS is the fund administrator of choice for a wide range of clients in the US, UK, and EU. Every day, with every decision and every client interaction, our values serve as guideposts, to improve the quality of our work, and strengthen our employee and client relationships.

As a business that is all about people; culture isn’t an initiative, it’s an innate value that’s critical to every decision we make. At GPFS, people come first.

At GPFS, diversity is a source of strength, both from our people and ideas. GPFS is a collaborative team-oriented organization where we support each other both personally and professionally. Our culture is defined by our behavior, our curiosity and our support of innovative ideas and perspectives.

Our inclusive culture supports and encourages our team members to try new things, share ideas openly and always ask the question why. It brings us together and makes the team stronger by inspiring all to connect, belong and thrive.

About Employee Benefits:

At GPFS, we are committed to supporting our employees' well-being and financial security. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance – We offer a multitude of competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to help you find the coverage you need.
• Company-Paid Life Insurance – Financial security for you and your loved ones with fully covered life insurance.
• PTO & Sick Time – In addition to the major Holidays that GPFS recognizes, our PTO & Sick Time policies provide flexibility for rest, personal time, vacation, and illness. We strive to empower our teams to recharge and stay at their best, both professionally and personally!
• 401k – We want to help you invest in your future with our 401k plan!
• Hybrid Scheduling - After new hires surpass their probationary period, they are able to partake in our hybrid scheduling.
• CPA reimbursement program available!
• Office Amenities!

Position Summary:

This role is responsible for overseeing a team of accountants in managing and reconciling cash, securities, and other financial transactions. It is important to prioritize accurate and timely financial reporting for deliverables across a portfolio of clients, and to remain detail-oriented in all work. The role also includes reviewing partnership agreements for accounting implications, mentoring, and developing team members, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. Additionally, the role supports business development efforts and contributes to maintaining a collaborative and high-performance culture aligned with the firm’s values. Work is conducted in a highly structured team and control environment. Assignments can fall into the quarterly reporting cycle or high paced ad hoc client or investor requests.

Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting deliverables across multiple clients.
• Reviewing client financial statements, partner capital statements and other required financial reporting.
• Providing technical accounting/industry knowledge to our clients.
• Coordinating, managing and monitoring the external audit process and year tax reporting process with 3rd party accounting firm.
• Create and review partner capital calls.
• Calculate and review waterfall models, distribution notices, and management fees.
• Onboarding new clients.
• Participate & lead client planning meetings.
• Provide training and mentor team members by setting objectives and providing performance feedback. 
• Manage team's adherence to internal control policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain relationships with one or more clients, managing client expectations, and meeting all client deliverables.
• Assist in business development, participate in meetings with potential clients.
• Review partnership agreements in order to determine impact on financial reporting and partner capital accounting requirements.
• Foster and protect the GPFS culture.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field of study.
• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• 3+ years of private equity experience.
• Experience managing others.
• Strong knowledge of industry and accounting principles, US GAAP Expertise.
• Proficiency with software related products such as Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams and OneNote).

Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic team environment.
• High integrity, credibility, and a strong commitment to the company’s mission and values.
• Adaptability and multitasking ability, thriving in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to research, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with various stakeholders.  

GPFS Vision:

Our purpose is to create enduring relationships with our employees and clients by constantly delivering exceptional opportunities and service.

GPFS Value Statement:

Investing in people and culture.

GPFS Core Values:
Camaraderie - Being supportive of one another and celebrating each other’s successes.
Excellence - Consistently delivering exceptional work and going above and beyond.
Empowerment - Fostering a deep sense of agency and ownership over one’s choices and actions.
Innovation - The drive to think differently and solve problems creatively.
Inclusion - Recognizing individual’s unique strengths and perspectives with mutual trust and respect.

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