Fund Controller Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the fund controller opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for accounting assistance, as needed, to the Corporate Accounting and Reporting Team in the preparation of U.S.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Hyber Fund (combo of Private Equity and Hedge Fund) highly preferred
• Strong Fund and Partner accounting knowledge
• Strong Excel and data analytical skills
• Private accounting and audit experience
• Knowledge of portfolio accounting and complex investment structures
• Public accounting (Big 4 preferred)
• CPA or on track to obtain CPA
• Industry and/or Partnership Accounting experience

I am excited to be applying for the position of fund controller. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for advice in developing objectives, strategies and tactics from an accounting and financial perspective.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Co-ordination, oversight and engagement in key control assessments related to SOX and RCSA, liaising with central finance team to confirm reporting, tracking and assessment of test results
• Close engagement and oversight of the setup of new branches of Luxembourg to meet Brexit requirements and all other product control related aspects of the LE strategy related to Brexit
• Gain a good understanding of the CFS income and expense attribution process and booking model
• Qualified accountant with substantial post qualification experience is key to the success of this role
• Ideally experience in the Financial Services industry
• Strong organisational and reporting skills
• Strong technical skills (Strong in Excel, Power Point)
• Current or recent Investment Company / Fund accounting experience

I would like to submit my application for the fund controller opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for effective and efficient GAAP and insurance company Statutory financial reporting and analysis to various members of management to assist in managing profitability and in identifying future opportunities and risks.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Strong technical skills (Advanced Excel, Access is an advantage)
• Enjoy working in a dynamic and changing environment
• Partnership and private equity accounting preferred
• New Business/Projects
• Enthusiastic and able to motivate teams and drive change
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
• Expertise in financial analysis
• Previous experience in public accounting is highly valued

Please consider me for the fund controller opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for counsel and advice to business units or management in developing objectives, strategies and tactics from an accounting and financial perspective.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Extensive financial and accounting experience in the real estate / private equity industries with a proven track record of managing controllership, reporting and finance functions
• Expertise in IFRS and UK GAAP
• Experience in close and open-ended commingled real estate funds, real estate limited partnerships, joint ventures, opportunity funds, and real estate operating company investments
• Familiarity with various EU country issues impacting real estate investments and fund level accounting
• Computer literacy and strong knowledge of Excel, Access, Powerpoint
• Co-ordination and oversight of External Reporting with particular focus on key complex submissions such as RC-T
• Monitoring and reporting on key control metrics and compiling the associated scorecard – investigating and driving errors to ensure appropriate resolution
• Understanding and tracking adherence to key controller standards, assessing impact of changes driven by annual refresh, educating LOB PCs and driving CFS PC wide adherence

I would like to submit my application for the fund controller opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for overall direction to reporting line managers and staff to assure synchronized teamwork that accomplishes yearly and quarterly financial and operational goals and objectives.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Hedge fund experience, including various structures (master/feeder, class/series, side pockets, SPVs), and complex financial instruments (derivatives, private investments)
• Very strong attention to detail and analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills
• A sound knowledge of Luxembourg GAAP and IFRS
• Real estate fund accounting experience preferred
• Ensure operational data is handled in accordance with requirements and best practice
• Knowledge and practical experience of Alternative Funds Services (Private Equity, Debt, Infrastructure, Real Estate or similar)
• Familiarity with operational risk procedures and controls
• An excellent working knowledge of offshore funds and the relevant legislation and regulations Jersey Funds Codes