Senior Fund Accountant

Evolve Talent Partners; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolve Talent Partners in San Francisco is seeking a skilled fund accountant to support venture capital and private equity reporting. The role focuses 50% on venture fund vehicles and 50% on the principal's personal investment vehicles and foundation, requiring strong Excel and accounting experience.

The position emphasizes preparing financial statements, coordinating with external auditors, and managing investor reporting. CPA preferred; 3+ years in investment advisory environments is ideal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• CPA preferred
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience at venture capital, private equity, or investment advisors

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, yearly reporting including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset reconciliations, and expense allocations
• Help prepare year-end financial statements and performance calculations
• Lead external audits and other ancillary projects performed by external auditors
• Analyze expenses including allocation of fund related expenses
• Maintain internal accounting and investor relations files and fixed asset records
• Reconcile trade breaks and outstanding daily workflow items
• Prepare and update marketing and performance materials and ad hoc investor reporting projects
• Prepare internal reporting for GPs; assist with capital calls and distributions
• Liaise with investment teams on valuation updates and inquiries
• Prepare fund tax documents and reports; assist with review of investor tax information reporting

Skills

Excel

Office Suite

Accounting

Education

Bachelor's in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Investran

Custodian platforms

Job description

Hiring firm is an alternative investment firm and family office located in San Francisco. They strive to hire individuals interested in performing in challenging and demanding roles. Job experience, skills, and an excellent attitude are all equally critical to succeed in the role. The position described below requires a customer support orientation, a disposition to assist others to maximize productivity and efficiency. Previous experience in a small organization with a complex business and performing a diversity of responsibilities would be helpful to be in tune with this position.

About the Role

This role is approximately 50% focused on the venture investment fund of fund vehicles and 50% focused on the principal's personal investment vehicles and foundation (venture capital strategy).

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, yearly reporting, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset reconciliations, and expense allocations
• Help prepare year-end financial statements and performance calculations
• Lead external audits and other ancillary projects performed by external auditors
• Analyze expenses, including allocation of fund related expenses
• Maintain internal accounting and investor relations files, and fixed asset records
• Reconcile trade breaks and outstanding daily workflow items
• Prepare and update marketing and performance materials, and ad hoc investor reporting projects
• Prepare internal reporting for GPs; and assist with capital calls and distributions
• Liaise with investment teams on valuation updates and inquiries
• Prepare fund tax documents and reports; assist with review of investor tax information reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related business degree; CPA preferred
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience at a venture capital, private equity, or other investment advisors

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in office or public accounting firm, including personnel management and heavy client contact
• Experience with relevant software (QuickBooks Online and Investran) a plus, and familiarity with custodian platforms (Citizens Bank, Merrill Lynch, and CitiBank) highly desirable

Preferred Skills

• Experience with relevant software (QuickBooks Online and Investran) a plus
• Familiarity with custodian platforms (Citizens Bank, Merrill Lynch, and CitiBank) highly desirable

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.