legalist

Controller

US (Remote)

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 44 days ago

Financial ModelingFinancial AnalysisAccountingBudgetingAuditingCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingGAAPFinancial Reporting

About the role

Intro description: Legalist is a tech-enabled alternative asset manager that uses proprietary data-driven origination to invest in uncorrelated legal and government-payment assets.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will play a critical role in helping to oversee fund accounting, financial reporting, investor servicing, and compliance functions across our investment vehicles.
The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement are highly valued.

Review investment agreements, amendments, and related documentation to calculate and validate interest income, PIK income, fees, and other investment-related earnings.
Monitor and maintain key investment terms, including maturity dates, coupon rates, principal balances, fee structures, and other contractual provisions.
Coordinate and review all investor transfers and ownership changes with limited partners and service providers.
Support compliance, operational due diligence, and regulatory examinations as needed.

5-10 years of progressive experience in accounting, auditing, fund accounting, or financial reporting.
Strong understanding of financial statements, investment accounting, and performance reporting.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

CPA designation or CFA charter/candidacy preferred.
Experience with investment company accounting and U.S. GAAP for alternative investment funds.
Background in private credit, private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, litigation finance, or other alternative investment strategies.
Experience working with fund administrators, custodians, and external auditors.
Familiarity with Airtable or similar workflow/database management platforms.

Assist with annual audited financial statements and investor tax reporting and coordinate with external auditors throughout the audit process.
Prepare quarterly UK VAT filings and annual tax-related reporting.

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