Senior Lead Fund Controller

Partners Group

Senior Lead Fund Controller driving audit coordination and financial reporting for a large private markets investment manager. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality financial statements.

Posted 5/3/2026full-timeBaar • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the coordination of annual audits across a large portfolio of entities, including complex and regulated fund structures, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality financial statements and annual reports
Serve as a key point of contact for auditors, external and internal stakeholders, driving alignment and execution across demanding timelines
Review and challenge NAV packages, financial statements and annual reports prepared by external fund administrators, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable GAAP and regulatory requirements
Contribute to technical accounting discussions and assess the impact of accounting policies on NAV and financial statements
Partner closely with external fund administrators on periodic NAV processes and financial reporting deliverables
Drive continuous enhancement of reporting, control, and audit coordination processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and quality
Build strong and effective working relationships across a broad stakeholder group, fostering collaboration, transparency, and timely resolution of issues
Coach and mentor junior colleagues, supporting their development and strengthening the broader team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, along with a recognized professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, or ACA)
Deep expertise in IFRS; additional knowledge of Lux GAAP, UK GAAP, or US GAAP is an advantage
8+ years of relevant experience in financial reporting, fund accounting, controlling, or audit, ideally gained in private markets, asset management, or Big4 audit/technical advisory
Strong technical accounting capabilities, with the ability to interpret standards, assess implications, and apply sound judgment in practice
Advanced Excel skills and strong overall systems proficiency; experience with SQL, Python, VBA, or eFront is a plus
Strong analytical skills with an eye for detail; highly structured and driven, with the ability to manage a fast paced environment effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, to engage effectively with stakeholders across cultures, seniority levels, and functions
A collaborative mindset and strong commitment to continuous improvement and timely, high-quality delivery

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses and daily lunch allowance
Global professional environment with international exposure, collaborative culture, and opportunities to learn the business from industry leaders and seasoned professionals
Premium facilities including state-of-the-art building, diverse on-site dining options, and complimentary gym access with fitness classes
Community engagement through office events, team activities, and volunteer opportunities to connect with local communities
Comprehensive career development through challenging opportunities, hands-on training, dedicated mentorship programs, and our PG Academy learning platform for continuous growth
Sabbatical program - one month off after every five years of service to recharge and explore

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial reportingfund accountingcontrollingaudittechnical accountingIFRSLux GAAPUK GAAPUS GAAPNAV packages

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationanalytical skillscoachingmentoringproblem-solvingattention to detailstructured thinkingtime managementstakeholder engagement

Certifications

CPAACCAACA