Assistant Controller

We are representing our client, an asset management firm based in Santa Monica, CA in hiring an Assistant Controller.Responsibilities include:Management company reporting to Controller/CFO/Executive CommitteeMaintain accurate books and records for various management company entities in accordance with US GAAPQuarterly/Annual Separately Managed Account client management/performance fee invoicingManagement company cash modeling and forecastingForecasting and modeling projects as necessary/requestedManage the annual audit process for various management companiesOversight of offshore consulting staffAssist the tax function with projections, review of K-1s and other ad hoc requestsIdentify and implement process improvements across the accounting function, including enhancing the use of technology and streamlining existing processesParticipate in the execution of ad hoc projects to support the accounting functionRequirements:Bachelor’s degree required7-10 years of professional public and/or private experienceAsset management industry experience preferredExperience at Big 4 or national CPA firm preferredCPA required (or progress demonstrated towards completion of CPA exam)Proficiency in Excel requiredSelf-starter with the ability to take initiative, ask questions, detect problems and provide solutionsSolid analytical skills and ability to understand and resolve complex problemsAttention to detail and ability to analyze data and problem solvingThe successful candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills