Private Equity Fund Controller Roeselare office

ppQuaestor is looking for a motivated private equity fund controller to join our team. As a private equity controller, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of various private equity funds, working closely with a partner and a small team of investment professionals. /p pAsb a Fund Controller /b, you are responsible for the administrative, operational, financial, and accounting oversight of an existing investment portfolio of private equity AICBs (Alternative Investment Companies for Collective Investment). You monitor the quality and accuracy of financial reporting, perform checks on valuations and fund movements, and coordinate collaboration with internal and external service providers. /p pYour responsibilities will include, among other things: /p ul liFinancial and accounting oversight of private equity investments and fund structures, including master and feeder funds; /li liAnalyzing and reviewing periodic fund reports, financial statements, audit files, and other financial data; /li liTracking and reconciling subscriptions, purchases, transfers, distributions of shares, capital calls, and other cash flows within the various funds; /li liAnalyzing and monitoring actual costs and variances, with a particular focus on fund and management expenses. Calculating and verifying the annual expense figures for the various funds; /li liThe calculation and verification of the net asset value (NAV) of each AICB based on fair value; /li liDeveloping, monitoring, and analyzing financial, operational, risk, and performance KPIs. Conducting periodic reviews of the existing investment portfolio and reporting on any identified discrepancies; /li liMonitoring financial and contractual obligations set forth in fund documents, side letters, and covenants; /li liOverseeing the preparation of the annual financial statements, as well as the organization and administrative follow-up of general meetings and board of directors meetings; /li liPreparing for and coordinating external audits and responding to questions from accountants and auditors; /li liPreparing and supporting financial and operational reporting (FSMA, CRS, FATCA, etc.); /li liCoordination between the paying agent, custodian, fund accountant, auditor, and other external service providers; /li liThe design and maintenance of the private equity portal, with a focus on accurate and timely financial information. /li /ul pYou proactively identify discrepancies, accounting or operational risks, and areas for improvement. You contribute to the further standardization, automation, and strengthening of the financial control environment. /p h3Your profile /h3 ul liYou have a master’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field; /li liYou have a thorough knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, and financial statements; /li liExperience with private equity funds, alternative investment funds, fund accounting, or financial control is a definite asset; /li liYou are able to independently analyze and interpret balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and other financial reports; /li liYou have strong analytical skills and work with precision, in a structured manner, and with a focus on quality control; /li liYou have very good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and can efficiently process and analyze large amounts of financial data; /li liYou can communicate professionally in Dutch and English; /li liYou work proactively and independently, but also function well as part of a team; /li liYou think pragmatically and develop concrete solutions to accounting, financial, and operational issues. /li /ul h3Useful Knowledge and Skills /h3 ul liKnowledge of Power BI and experience with the automation or visualization of financial reports; /li liKnowledge of private equity and related cash flows, including capital calls, distributions, and carried interest; /li liKnowledge of fund management, including order execution, valuation, and distribution policies; /li liExperience with audit processes and internal control measures. /li /ul h3Our product offering /h3 ul liA full-time position with a clear focus on financial controlling, fund accounting, and private equity; /li liA varied range of responsibilities with opportunities for accountability and professional development; /li liAn attractive compensation package, supplemented by various fringe benefits; /li liWorking with enthusiastic and knowledgeable colleagues; /li liA dynamic work environment where initiative and process improvement are valued. /li /ul pInterested? Please contact us for a confidential exploratory conversation. Your discretion is, of course, guaranteed. /p /p