Fund Controller

We at Bridge acknowledge and appreciate the uniqueness of each individual, understanding that our people are the key to our success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. Our dedication extends beyond our business goals to making a positive impact in our communities and upholding Sustainability and Responsibility (S&R) principles at our properties and corporate locations. We evaluate all candidates based on merit, without any discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other category protected by law. As an equal opportunity employer, we are devoted to creating an inclusive hiring process. We actively work to eliminate barriers and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to provide fair opportunities and access throughout the recruitment, hiring, and employment experience. Your specific needs are important to us. If you need accommodations related to a disability or any other protected status during the recruitment process, please inform us.

Make an Impact

The Fund Controller is responsible for leading, developing and mentoring a team of professionals to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of all quarterly and annual financial reporting deliverables for one or more funds within one of Bridge’s investment strategies. The Fund Controller will report to the Director of Financial Reporting and must be able to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment. The Fund Controller will actively engage with senior leadership and must be a team player, self-starter, well-organized, detail-oriented, and have the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of quarterly and annual financial statements and footnote disclosures.

• Review and approve work paper support and documentation for financial reports.

• Approve fund payables for occurrence, completeness, accuracy and classification.

• Research changes in GAAP and make recommendations for fund compliance with new pronouncements.

• Review fund and investor statements and governing documents to ensure proper application of allocations, management fees, and carried interest, or other fees.

• Ensure financial reporting is compliant with U.S. GAAP and other standards, where applicable, as they relate to investment companies and fair value measurement.

• Forecast fund cashflows and budgets with Chief Investment Officer and the Investment Management Committee.

• Assist the asset management team with the quarterly valuation process of the underlying investments.

• Provide audit coordination services for funds to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of audited financial statements.

• Liaise with tax preparers to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of tax reporting to investors.

• Evaluate the performance of personnel, making recommendations for training, continuing education and corrective action.

• Drive continual process improvement through the use and implementation of technology.

What you should bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting – master’s degree preferred.

• Appropriate experience in accounting – experience in the alternative investment industry, with both open and closed-end funds, and Geneva and Geneva World Investor a plus.

• Experience with Vitech’s Equitrak and V3locity accounting software preferred

• Demonstrated leadership, through team building, mentoring and motivating professional staff.

• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and procedures related to U.S. GAAP and accounting for investment companies (ASC Topic 946), fair value measurement (ASC Topic 820) and where appropriate, principles of consolidation (ASC Topic 810)

• Ability to calculate asset-based and performance fees, for example management fees, incentive fees and carried interest.

What you can be part of

 Bridge Fund Financial Services is a full-service alternative investment fund administrator providing real-time coordination, value-add services, and detailed reporting to Bridge Investment Group and its investors. We proactively cultivate a culture of excellence, positivity, and opportunities for development and growth within our fund administration, fund analytics, and investor servicing teams. Our team members are energetic, innovative, collaborative, flexible, and forward-thinking individuals that are willing to take pride and ownership of their duties, which go hand in hand with Bridge’s uncompromising values of teamwork, excellence, accountability, empowerment, and responsibility.

What we offer

• Generous base salary and bonus program
• Full benefits suite including 401K, above-average PTO, Parental Leave, and Medical, Dental, Vision
• Access to benefits concierge service
• Access to Mental Health & well-being service
• Be part of a culture that is truly open door, with access to mentorship, leadership training, career advancement, and innovation
• Opportunities to join employee resources groups and participate in events hosted by the Bridge Women’s Network, Black Inclusion Group, BIG Pride, Allies for AAPI, Unidos Latino and Hispanic Group, Bridge of Honor Veterans, and Advocates for Accessibility
• Opportunity to be involved in community outreach and charity events