Assistant Controller - Private Equity

Join to apply for the Assistant Controller - Private Equity role at Oliver JamesContinue with Google Continue with Google1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Assistant Controller - Private Equity role at Oliver JamesMy client, a top Private Equity Firm is looking for an Assistant Controller to join and lead their expanding team. Our client works on a hybrid basis in downtown Chicago, offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health, PTO and retirement benefits.Key ResponsibilitiesHandle accounting for private equity funds and the management companyPrepare financial statements and investor reportsManage capital calls and distributionsSupport annual audits and tax filingsTrack investment activity and valuationsHelp improve accounting processes and systemsWork with junior staff or external fund administratorsWhat We're Looking ForDegree in Accounting or Finance (CPA is a plus)5+ years of accounting experience in Private Equity, Private Credit, Real Estate, or Public AccountingStrong understanding of fund accounting and GAAPExcellent Excel skills and attention to detailManagement and review experienceFor more information, please apply or reach out to directly.Apply NowSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionAccounting/Auditing and FinanceIndustriesStaffing and RecruitingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Oliver James by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Assistant Controller” roles.Continue with Google Continue with GoogleContinue with Google Continue with GoogleChicago, IL $102,000 - $146,000 2 weeks agoChicago, IL $102,000 - $146,000 2 weeks agoGreater Chicago Area $82,655 - $128,795 1 week agoChicago, IL $102,000 - $146,000 1 week agoChicago, IL $102,000 - $146,000 2 weeks agoFully REMOTE: Senior Audit Accountant roleChicago, IL$90,000.00-$105,000.002 weeks agoChicago, IL$138,000.00-$192,000.002 weeks agoGreater Chicago Area$160,000.00-$190,000.002 weeks agoChicago, IL$65,000.00-$70,000.005 months agoCorporate Accountant/ Property Accounting AssociateOak Forest, IL$100,000.00-$110,000.007 months agoGlen Ellyn, IL$110,000.00-$130,000.004 months agoChicago, IL$100,000.00-$120,000.003 weeks agoChicago, IL$60,000.00-$70,000.007 months agoAssistant Controller up to $125K (Sucession planning)- Chicago LoopChicago, IL$100,000.00-$125,000.003 weeks agoSouth Chicago, IL$85,000.00-$120,000.001 week agoChicago, IL$50,000.00-$65,000.006 days agoChicago, IL$70,000.00-$80,000.0015 hours agoChicago, IL$132,000.00-$153,000.0018 hours agoDowners Grove, IL $55,000 - $62,000 1 week agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17