Fund Accounting Lead

3 Bridge Networks; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

3 Bridge Networks is seeking a Fund Accounting Lead to oversee fund accounting operations for its venture capital platform. This fully remote role prefers candidates in the Seattle area and requires hands-on ownership of processes with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in fund/partnership accounting within investment management, strong Excel and reporting skills, and a collaborative, detail-oriented approach to drive efficient closes and accurate investor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive fund accounting, partnership accounting, or investment management accounting experience.
• Experience supporting venture capital, private equity, hedge funds, fund administration, or other alternative investment funds.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with fund accounting and reporting systems.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines independently.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day fund accounting process across multiple venture capital funds.
• Oversee quarterly and annual fund closes, including review of NAVs, capital account statements, financial statements, and supporting schedules.
• Review capital calls, distributions, management fees, expenses, and other fund‑level activity.
• Partner closely with third‑party fund administrators to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare and review investor reporting, capital account statements, and ad hoc investor-related requests.
• Support annual audit and tax processes, coordinating with external auditors, tax advisors, and fund administrators.
• Assist with cash management, investment activity, and portfolio-level reporting as needed.
• Maintain and improve fund accounting policies, controls, documentation, and reporting processes.
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal investment, finance, legal, and operations teams.
• Support special projects and process improvements as the firm continues to grow.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred but not required

Tools

Fund accounting systems

Job description

A growing venture capital firm is seeking a Fund Accounting Lead to oversee its fund accounting operations. This is a fully remote position, with a preference for candidates based in the Seattle area.

This role is ideal for a hands‑on fund accounting professional who enjoys owning processes, working closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers, and helping build scalable infrastructure within a growing investment platform.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day fund accounting process across multiple venture capital funds
• Oversee quarterly and annual fund closes, including review of NAVs, capital account statements, financial statements, and supporting schedules
• Review capital calls, distributions, management fees, expenses, and other fund‑level activity
• Partner closely with third‑party fund administrators to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Prepare and review investor reporting, capital account statements, and ad hoc investor‑related requests
• Support annual audit and tax processes, coordinating with external auditors, tax advisors, and fund administrators
• Assist with cash management, investment activity, and portfolio‑level reporting as needed
• Maintain and improve fund accounting policies, controls, documentation, and reporting processes
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal investment, finance, legal, and operations teams
• Support special projects and process improvements as the firm continues to grow

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA preferred but not required
• 5+ years of progressive fund accounting, partnership accounting, or investment management accounting experience
• Experience supporting venture capital, private equity, hedge fund, fund administration, or other alternative investment funds
• Strong understanding of capital calls, distributions, management fees, partnership accounting, and investor reporting
• Experience working with third‑party fund administrators, auditors, and tax advisors
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with fund accounting and reporting systems
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines independently
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, hands‑on approach

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a growing venture capital firm’s fund accounting function while working remotely with an experienced and collaborative team.