H.I.G. Capital is a leading global private equity investment firm with $60 billion of assets under management. The H.I.G. family of funds includes private equity, growth equity, real estate, debt/credit, lending and BioHealth. We align ourselves with committed management teams and entrepreneurs and help build businesses of significant value. Our team of over 500 investment professionals has substantial operating, consulting, technology, and financial management experience, enabling us to contribute meaningfully to our portfolio companies. We invest in companies throughout the U.S., Europe, and Latin America have offices in Miami, New York, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Stamford in the U.S., and affiliate offices in London, Hamburg, Luxembourg, Madrid, Milan, and Paris in Europe as well as Bogotá, Mexico City and Rio de Janeiro in South America. Our funds invest in many types of transactions, including, leveraged buy outs, distressed debt, venture capital and real estate.
Role Overview:
The corporate assistant controller oversees the accounting and financial reporting functions of an alternative investment firm's management company. The corporate assistant controller works closely with the corporate controller, and the fund accounting team to ensure compliance with GAAP, tax, and regulatory requirements. The corporate assistant controller also supports analysis of the management company's operations.
Role Responsibilities:
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for the management company and its subsidiaries
Coordinate and manage the external audit and tax preparation processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax, and regulatory standards and policies
Implement and maintain internal controls and accounting policies and procedures
Assist with the preparation and review of the management company's budget and forecast
Analyze and report on the management company's financial performance and variances
Support the fund accounting team with fund-related transactions and reporting
Manage and mentor the accounting staff and provide guidance and training
Perform ad hoc projects and tasks as assigned by the corporate controller
Requirements & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
CPA certification or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of accounting and 3 years supervising experience, preferably in the private equity or asset management industry
Strong knowledge of GAAP, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment