Assistant Controller - Venture Capital & Private Equity

About the Role

Aduro Advisors is seeking Assistant Controllers to support top-tier clients in the Venture Capital & Private Equity space. This dynamic role involves managing client relationships, executing on technical excellence, and contributing to team growth.

The Assistant Controller is a multifaceted leader responsible for acting as both preparer and reviewer, ensuring high-quality service and technical work. This role requires strong project management skills, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to balance client needs with team requirements.

Key Responsibilities

As an Assistant Controller, you will:

• Serve as the primary point-of-contact for multiple clients, including:

• Managing workflow and coordinating work among Aduro team members (Senior Controller, Controller, Accounting Managers, Staff Accountants, and Management Company Team members)
• Setting up and running recurring client check-in calls, covering current status, open items, and upcoming operational needs
• Responding to ad-hoc client requests within 24 hours, ensuring alignment with Aduro processes and industry best practices

• Reconcile banking transactions, prepare journal entries, and maintain general ledgers in Xero in accordance with US GAAP, overseeing junior team members
• Drive the month-end close process, raising follow-up questions to Senior Controllers, Controllers, or clients as needed
• Reconcile and maintain investment information for all fund investments
• Prepare and/or review quarterly financial statements, including partners’ capital allocations
• Utilize FundPanel to send investor correspondence (capital contributions, distributions, and quarterly reporting)
• Update FundPanel for fund activity and investments
• Coordinate preparation of audit materials and manage year-end financial statement audits and tax work
• Apply a risk-based approach to delegate tasks to junior team members and review their work
• Proactively seek opportunities to assist Senior Controllers/Controllers and gain exposure to complex or high-risk tasks
• Take ownership of personal growth by identifying training needs and utilizing Aduro’s resources
• Provide coaching and guidance to junior team members and assist in identifying team training needs

Requirements

You may be successful in this role if you:

• Have approximately 3-5 years of experience in the alternative asset industry, with Venture Capital and/or Private Equity experience preferred
• Possess external auditor experience, CPA certification, or an MBA as a plus
• Have an in-depth understanding of US GAAP and partnership accounting, including complex allocation waterfalls
• Have experience in a client-facing role leading engagements across multiple clients
• Are resourceful, driven, and possess strong problem-solving skills
• Value providing excellent customer service and understand the importance of attention to detail
• Have a passion for mentoring and coaching team members
• Are prepared to assist the team when needed
• Are proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems such as Xero or QuickBooks

Benefits

Perks of working at Aduro include:

• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays
• 401k with Employer Match
• Company-wide social events and programs
• Dog-friendly office in downtown Denver