Family Office Controller/Analyst

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

This position serves as the financial control and analytical backbone of the family office. The Controller / Financial Analyst ensures trade activity is accurate and properly reviewed, cash positions are reconciled and visible in real time, and the Investment Committee has timely, reliable data to support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Trade & Portfolio Oversight

Review executed trades across custodians and platforms for accuracy, settlement, and compliance with investment guidelines and allocation bands

Flag discrepancies, failed trades, or mandate breaches to Investments leadership

Reporting

Prepare periodic performance and portfolio reports for the Investment Committee, including allocation vs. targets, liquidity, risk exposures, and benchmark comparisons

Maintain dashboards and scorecards for recurring governance meetings

Cash & Liquidity Management

Reconcile cash flows across entities, custodians, and legal platforms

Monitor capital calls, distributions, and funding needs across the portfolio

Maintain a rolling liquidity calendar

Financial Projections & Analysis

Build and maintain cash flow forecasts and scenario models

Support annual budgeting and multi-year capital planning

Model the impact of proposed allocation changes, new commitments, or distributions

Controls & Compliance

Maintain internal controls over financial data integrity

Support external auditors, tax advisors, and custodial reconciliations

Ensure a clear documentation trail for all trade approvals and cash movements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (CFA or CPA a plus)

5+ years of experience in investment operations, fund controllership, or family office/institutional asset management

Strong Excel and financial modeling skills; familiarity with portfolio management systems and custodial platforms

High level of discretion — this role handles sensitive family financial data