Private Equity Internal Assurance Associate

Our client is seeking a discerning and diligent Private Equity Internal Assurance Associate to join a distinguished private investment firm located just outside Philadelphia. This position occupies a pivotal intersection between Compliance and Investor Relations, affording you the prospect of making a substantive contribution to internal controls, regulatory adherence, and investor transparency.

Key Responsibilities:
In the capacity of Private Equity Internal Assurance Associate, you will be immersed in a multifaceted role that harmonizes compliance oversight with excellence in investor relations. Your daily undertakings will involve close collaboration with colleagues across the organization to uphold the highest standards of audit integrity. You will contribute meaningfully to the development of audit frameworks that not only identify potential vulnerabilities but also foster recommendations for enhanced internal controls. By preparing detailed audit findings for review by senior leadership and engaging in strategic process improvement initiatives, you will help shape the firm's approach to governance. Your meticulous attention will be indispensable as you scrutinize investor communications for regulatory precision while assisting with responses to SEC examinations. Furthermore, you will play a vital part in managing investor side letter obligations—ensuring requirements are tracked with exactitude—and contribute significantly to the preparation of key fundraising materials. Through these varied responsibilities, you will gain profound insight into both the operational intricacies of private equity investing and the paramount importance of transparent stakeholder engagement.

• Collaborate extensively with Accounting, Legal, Compliance, and Investor Relations teams to gather, validate, and analyze information essential to internal assurance processes.
• Ensure unwavering adherence to SEC regulations, GAAP standards, and company policies by meticulously reviewing documentation and supporting compliance initiatives across various departments.
• Assist in the formulation of audit frameworks tailored to identify operational risks while recommending refinements for internal controls that advance organizational objectives.
• Prepare comprehensive audit conclusions and findings for presentation to senior management and internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity and actionable insights are delivered.
• Participate actively in department-wide projects aimed at enhancing processes and fortifying infrastructure throughout the firm.
• Remain apprised of evolving industry trends, technological advancements, external developments, and regulatory changes; assess their implications on business practices and communicate findings effectively.
• Review all materials produced by Investor Relations—including marketing collateral, reports, website content, and communications—to ensure appropriate disclosures are included as mandated by regulatory authorities.
• Support responses to routine SEC examinations by coordinating with legal counsel and advisors to address compliance matters expeditiously.
• Monitor investor side letter obligations by tracking requirements diligently and ensuring timely reporting in accordance with contractual commitments.
• Play an instrumental role in producing, inputting, and proofreading information utilised in fundraising documents such as private placement memorandums, capital call notices, due diligence questionnaires, annual meeting presentations, proposals, and client-facing materials.

Key Requirements:
To excel as a Private Equity Internal Assurance Associate, you will possess demonstrable experience operating within collaborative environments where teamwork is held in high regard. Your background should encompass exposure to internal audit procedures or financial reporting within regulated sectors—preferably private equity or asset management—where precision is paramount. You exhibit excellent interpersonal skills, enabling effective engagement with colleagues from diverse backgrounds whilst maintaining sensitivity towards differing perspectives. Your capacity for analyzing intricate information allows you to swiftly discern root causes so that practical solutions may be implemented efficiently. A steadfast commitment to upholding ethical standards ensures your work supports both regulatory compliance endeavors and transparent investor communications. With well-honed project management skills developed through prior roles involving concurrent assignments under pressure, you are dependable when it comes to meeting deadlines without sacrificing thoroughness or accuracy. Your academic credentials reflect your dedication, whilst any additional certifications (such as CPA or CIA) further underscore your commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams encompassing Accounting, Legal, Compliance, Investor Relations, Investment Management, and Deal Sourcing, among others.

• Exceptional organizational skills coupled with meticulous attention to detail when validating data or proofreading complex documentation.
• Eagerness to assimilate new concepts promptly, whilst thriving in an environment that values shared accomplishment over individual recognition.
• Proven initiative with the capacity to manage assignments independently whilst remaining responsive to team priorities and project timelines.
• Excellent analytical abilities combined with refined verbal and written communication skills for presenting findings lucidly to diverse audiences.
• Adeptness at managing multiple priorities under stringent deadlines without compromising the quality or accuracy of deliverables.
• Experience conducting risk impact/root cause analysis with an aptitude for proposing pragmatic solutions that add value across business functions.
• Robust project management capabilities are evidenced through the successful coordination of audits or compliance reviews involving multiple stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related discipline (minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.4 required; 3.6 preferred).
• Two to five years’ experience in internal audit, financial reporting, SEC reporting, compliance, or audit roles within financial services or related industries; CPA/CIA certification preferred, though not obligatory.

What sets this company apart:
This esteemed organization distinguishes itself as a leading private investment firm renowned for its focus on technology-driven enterprises transforming advanced manufacturing sectors.

What's next:
If interested in this position, please contact Daniela Garcia at +1 332 205 3839 or Daniela.Garcia@robertwalters.com