Finance Controller & Fund Accounting Lead (Hybrid)

Vaco by Highspring; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring in San Francisco is seeking an Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller to partner with senior leadership on financial reporting, fund accounting, audits, and regulatory compliance. You will lead a hands-on team and influence treasury and operational finance initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years in accounting within investment management or fund administration, with a strong grasp of fund accounting and reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience in investment management, private equity, venture capital, or fund administration environments.
• Strong understanding of fund accounting, financial reporting, and accounting operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.
• CPA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with external service providers, including fund administrators, auditors, and tax advisors.
• Support investment and fund accounting activities, including transaction processing and investment-related reporting.
• Manage banking activities, cash movements, capital activity, and other treasury-related processes.
• Maintain accounting documentation, internal controls, and operational procedures to support a strong control environment.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Partner with internal stakeholders on special projects and ad hoc analysis.
• Support investor reporting and other finance-related projects as needed.

Skills

Fund accounting

Financial reporting

Regulatory reporting

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in accounting/finance

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Vaco by Highspring in San Francisco is seeking an Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller to partner with senior leadership on financial reporting, fund accounting, audits, and regulatory compliance. You will lead a hands-on team and influence treasury and operational finance initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years in accounting within investment management or fund administration, with a strong grasp of fund accounting and reporting.