Assistant Controller - Investment Portfolio

Headfarmer is partnering with a growth-oriented investment firm with a diversified private investment platform to identify an Associate Controller, Investments. This role sits within a sophisticated finance organization and plays a critical part in supporting investment accounting, reporting, and operational scalability. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a technically strong accounting professional who enjoys building, improving, and scaling investment accounting processes in a fast-paced environment. The Opportunity This role will help drive accuracy, insight, and efficiency across investment portfolio accounting and reporting. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation, experience operating within complex investment structures, and the ability to collaborate across finance, portfolio management, and valuation teams. Key Responsibilities Oversee investment portfolio transaction activity, loan servicing, and portfolio monitoring, ensuring accuracy and data integrity Partner with portfolio management and finance teams on investment modifications, repayment scenarios, and portfolio analytics Collaborate with valuation teams to support investment structures and reporting Lead the implementation and integration of new investment or portfolio accounting systems, including data migration and workflow automation Supervise and participate in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes Prepare and review investment-related financial statement disclosures in compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory standards Support preparation of board and executive-level materials related to investment portfolio performance Develop and enhance standardized reporting templates, processes, and operating procedures Maintain and strengthen SOX-aligned internal controls and process documentation Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting and finance professionals Coordinate cross-functional collaboration to support financial reporting and planning initiatives What We`re Looking For Bachelor`s degree in Accounting or Finance Active CPA certification 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with a combination of Big 4 Financial Services (FSO) experience and in-house experience at an asset manager Big 4 background supporting asset management, private credit, credit funds, or regulated investment vehicles Post-Big 4 experience within a private credit platform, asset manager, or alternative investment firm Strong understanding of investment accounting, valuation processes, and financial reporting Experience working in a SOX-regulated or highly controlled reporting environment Proven ability to lead teams, manage complexity, and partner cross-functionally Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial topics for non-finance stakeholders Why This Role Senior-level ownership within investment accounting and reporting Opportunity to lead systems modernization and process improvement initiatives High visibility across finance, portfolio management, and leadership teams Competitive compensation and long-term growth opportunity

Created: 2026-03-10