Senior Fund Accountant

For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn.

 

Senior Fund Accountant| Leading Venture Capital Firm | Palo Alto; Hybrid | Amazing Compensation Package

 

Robert Half is partnering with a highly respected early-stage venture capital firm to identify an exceptional accounting professional to join its finance team. Based in the Peninsula, this established investment firm has spent decades partnering with visionary entrepreneurs and helping build innovative technology companies across a variety of sectors.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career within venture capital while gaining exposure to fund operations, investment activity, and the full lifecycle of private investment funds in a stable, team-oriented organization.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day accounting activities for private investment funds, including maintaining investment activity and investor capital allocations.
• Support the quarterly and year-end close process, including preparing fund and management company financial statements.
• Coordinate the annual audit process by preparing schedules and serving as a liaison with external auditors.
• Partner closely with the investment professionals to support portfolio company valuation analyses and related accounting.
• Prepare accounting for investment transactions and assist with tax-related reporting for fund investments.
• Monitor fund liquidity, analyze cash requirements, and support ongoing cash management activities.
• Process and reconcile capital calls, as well as cash, equity, and other investor distributions.
• Respond to investor requests by providing financial information and supporting documentation.
• Prepare, review, and reconcile journal entries and other accounting records to ensure accuracy.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and provide analytical support on special projects for the finance leadership team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's degree or advanced education is a plus.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in public accounting, fund accounting, private equity, venture capital, or fund administration supporting investment partnerships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and maintain a high level of accountability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High ethical standards with a collaborative approach and commitment to integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

 For additional information or questions about this opportunity, feel free to reach out to Jennifer Fukumae via email or LinkedIn.

Compensation

$125,000.00-$155,000.00 Yearly

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