Hedge Fund Controller Job at Robert Half (San Francisco)

Hedge Fund Controller

This is not your typical Fund Controller opportunity. Imagine joining an investm...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

250000.00 - 400000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of hedge fund, fund administration, asset management, or public accounting experience
Deep understanding of hedge fund accounting, partnership accounting, investor allocations, and complex investment products
Experience overseeing third-party administrators and external audits
CPA strongly preferred (other advanced credentials also considered)
Someone who thrives in high-growth, entrepreneurial environments and enjoys building rather than maintaining

Job Responsibility

Lead all fund accounting, reporting, NAV oversight, investor allocations, capital activity, management fees, and partnership accounting
Serve as the primary liaison with the fund administrator, auditors, and tax providers
Support accounting and reporting for complex investment strategies including long/short equities, derivatives, synthetic exposures, and options
Partner directly with executive leadership on fund operations, strategic initiatives, and platform growth
Drive process automation, operational improvements, and technology initiatives—including leveraging cutting-edge AI tools to enhance scalability

What we offer

Competitive compensation and benefits
Free online training
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance (for contract/temporary professionals)
401(k) plan (for contract/temporary professionals)

Fulltime

Hedge Fund Controller

A highly respected and rapidly growing investment firm at the intersection of ar...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA preferred
8+ years of accounting, fund accounting, or finance experience within a hedge fund, asset manager, fund administrator, or public accounting firm serving alternative investment clients
Strong knowledge of hedge fund accounting, partnership accounting, investor allocations, and U.S. GAAP
Experience supporting long/short investment strategies, derivatives, options, and other complex investment vehicles
Proven ability to work with fund administrators, auditors, and external service providers
Advanced Excel skills and strong systems aptitude
Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Job Responsibility

Oversee fund accounting, financial reporting, NAV review, investor allocations, capital activity, and partnership accounting
Manage relationships with third-party fund administrators and review fund financial reporting deliverables
Partner with investment and operations teams to support accounting and reporting for long/short strategies, derivatives, options, and other complex investment instruments
Review portfolio valuations, reconciliations, and fund activity to ensure accuracy and compliance
Coordinate annual audits and collaborate with external tax advisors on fund and investor reporting
Maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory reporting processes
Identify opportunities to improve processes, automate workflows, and leverage technology to enhance reporting and operational efficiency
Partner closely with senior leadership on fund oversight, strategic initiatives, and new product launches

What we offer

Performance Bonus
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Controller | Hedge Fund

Join a fast-growing investment firm focused on opportunities driven by the evolu...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA preferred
8-15+ years of fund accounting, asset management, / public accounting (alternative investments)
Strong understanding of hedge fund / partnership accounting and allocations
Experience with derivatives, options, and complex strategies
Experience with fund administrators and auditors
Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge
Advanced Excel and strong systems skills
Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Job Responsibility

Own fund accounting and financial reporting across investment vehicles
Review NAVs, investor allocations, fees, capital activity, and partnership accounting
Manage fund administrator deliverables
Ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
Support complex portfolios (derivatives, options, long/short strategies)
Oversee valuations, reconciliations, and controls
Coordinate audits and support tax reporting with external advisors
Support regulatory and compliance reporting
Drive process improvements, automation, and reporting efficiency
Help build scalable systems and AI-enabled tools

What we offer

Strong compensation
long-term growth potential
direct exposure to leadership
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Assistant Fund Controller

A rapidly growing venture and growth investment firm is seeking an Assistant Fun...

Location

United States , Menlo Park

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of experience in fund accounting, audit, or private investment finance
Background within venture capital, private equity, hedge funds, or public accounting preferred
Understanding of partnership accounting and investment structures
CPA or CPA-track preferred
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Assist with fund accounting, quarterly closes, and preparation of financial statements
Review NAV packages, capital activity, and investor allocations
Support annual audit and tax processes with external service providers
Monitor cash activity, reconciliations, and investment transactions
Help oversee fund administrators and reporting deliverables
Assist with management company accounting and operational initiatives
Support process improvements as the organization continues to scale
Collaborate cross-functionally with investment, legal, and investor relations teams

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
free online training

Fulltime

Assistant Fund Controller

A rapidly growing venture and growth investment firm is seeking an Assistant Fun...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of experience in fund accounting, audit, or private investment finance
Background within venture capital, private equity, hedge funds, or public accounting preferred
Understanding of partnership accounting and investment structures
CPA or CPA-track preferred
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Assist with fund accounting, quarterly closes, and preparation of financial statements
Review NAV packages, capital activity, and investor allocations
Support annual audit and tax processes with external service providers
Monitor cash activity, reconciliations, and investment transactions
Help oversee fund administrators and reporting deliverables
Assist with management company accounting and operational initiatives
Support process improvements as the organization continues to scale
Collaborate cross-functionally with investment, legal, and investor relations teams

What we offer

Medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Senior VP, Fund Controller – Public & Private Markets

A leading investment platform is seeking a Senior VP, Fund Controller to oversee...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

200000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

Daley and Associates

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

12+ years of hedge fund accounting or fund finance leadership experience
Deep expertise in daily NAV, middle office, and hedge fund tax reporting
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and hedge fund structures
Experience with derivatives and prime brokerage environments
Proven ability to manage administrators and external providers
CPA strongly preferred

Job Responsibility

Lead fund accounting across hedge funds and public equity vehicles
Oversee daily, monthly, and quarterly NAV processes (P&L, allocations, accruals, capital activity)
Ensure accurate accounting for equities, options, futures, swaps, forwards, and other derivatives
Manage third-party administrators with a focus on controls, trade-level accuracy, and issue resolution
Oversee middle office operations (trade capture, reconciliations, corporate actions, financing activity)
Drive process improvements and automation to support platform growth
Lead hedge fund tax compliance and investor reporting (including K-1 oversight)

What we offer

30% bonus

Fulltime

Hedge Fund Rates sales

Industrial Placement within the Hedge Fund Rates sales team working on strategy ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Crédit Agricole

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently working towards Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Data analysis
Excel VBA
Sales skills – ability to create relationships
Competent in English
Team oriented
Ability to multitask with strong attention to details
Excellent communication skills and able to coordinate effectively with Managers
Ability to think quickly, make decisions using good judgement and prioritise in busy trading situations
Ability to remain calm under pressure

Job Responsibility

Sales/client/trading workflow and tools enhancement / maintenance (mainly focused on products: bonds, derivatives, vol)
Support the hedge fund rates sales team on the day to day business: morning call, ideas/comment generation, client hit miss analysis
Daily trades reconciliation, revenues control and margin bookings when required
Model client trades in CACIB systems in order to check credit limits (for repo and IR option business)
Task automation / process optimization
Report creation
Information organisation
Communication efficiency
Sales enhancement
Trade idea generation

Fulltime

Controller

A successful biotech entrepreneur is seeking an experienced Controller to overse...

Location

United States , Miami

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

CPA PREFERRED
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
10+ years of progressive accounting experience
Prior experience in a single or multi-family office, private investment office, private equity, hedge fund, wealth management, or other complex investment environment preferred
Strong knowledge of investment accounting, capital gains and losses, cost basis reporting, partnership and trust accounting, individual and entity tax concepts, multi-entity consolidations
Experience working with high-net-worth or ultra-high-net-worth individuals is highly desirable
Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting software
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism

Job Responsibility

Oversee all accounting operations for the family office and affiliated entities, including LLCs, partnerships, trusts, and holding companies
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and consolidated reporting
Manage investment accounting, including cost basis tracking, realized and unrealized capital gains and losses, portfolio reconciliations, and performance reporting
Monitor and report capital gains, capital loss carryforwards, and tax implications related to investment activity
Coordinate tax planning and compliance with external CPAs and tax advisors, including estimated tax payments, K-1 reporting, trust reporting, and year-end tax packages
Oversee cash management, banking relationships, budgeting, forecasting, and liquidity planning
Reconcile brokerage, custodial, and alternative investment accounts
Coordinate with investment advisors, legal counsel, banks, and other professional service providers
Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and financial reporting processes
Support the principal with financial analysis, special projects, and strategic initiatives while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

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