[Remote] Fund Accounting - Controller (PE)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Petra Funds Group is a provider for fund administration and infrastructure needs for private equity and debt funds. The role involves acting as the lead contact for client relationships, ensuring proper staffing and training, and reviewing financial statements and investment transactions.ResponsibilitiesAct as lead contact for client relationships from proposal to engagement implementation and ongoing administrationEnsure proper staffing and training needs are met on engagementsDevelop and maintain procedures required to meet internal and external deliverables and client satisfactionReview and implement partnership allocation models based on partnership agreements for various clientsBecome knowledgeable of all key systems, including Investran Live and DXCoordinate and review investor communication, including capital call and distribution notices, as well as capital balances statements for various clientsReview investment transactions via Investran Live general ledger systemReview management fee calculations, invoices, and journal entriesReview daily and monthly cash reconciliations for various partnerships and related portfolio companiesReview the fund financial statements (Statements of Assets and Liabilities/Partners’ Capital, Operations, Partners’ Capital, and Cash Flow) and other management reporting (IRR performance summaries, investment transaction reports, etc.)Work alongside the Director/Senior Director to provide direction on various projects and inquiries, including reviewing material prepared by staff. These tasks include reviewing general ledger entries, quarterly work papers, audit confirms, LP requests, and other ad hoc materialReview and/or calculate private equity benchmark returns, including gross/net MOI and IRR, along with TVPI, RVPI, and DPIReview materials for the interim and annual audit of the fund partnerships for various clients and establish a working relationship with auditorsSkills7-10 years of progressive work experience in accounting or audit, with a preference for private equity, fund administration, or public accounting experienceAbility to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentAbility to multi-task and meet deadlinesDetail-oriented with the ability to complete tasks promptlyWillingness to take on additional ad-hoc tasks and projectsAbility to build and maintain advanced spreadsheets using Microsoft ExcelKnowledge of Investran LiveExcellent analytical, planning, and organizational skillsStrong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills with a team approachUnquestionable integrity and ethicsUndergraduate degree required, MBA a plusCPA preferred but not requiredBenefits90% covered medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums to help you stay healthy without financial strain.Fully funded Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contributions up to the IRS maximum — available to employees enrolled in our high-deductible health plan.401(k) employer match at 100% of your contributions up to 5% of compensation, with immediate vesting, so you start building long-term savings right away.Flexible paid time off to recharge, travel, or take care of what matters most.Generous holiday calendar to ensure you have time to rest, reflect, and celebrate throughout the year.Hybrid work environment that offers flexibility and supports work-life balance.Funded amount is prorated for new hires.Company OverviewPetra Funds Group provides fund administration, compliance, and ESG services for private equity, venture funds, and private debt funds. It was founded in 2021, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.petrafundsgroup.com.