VC Associate @ Thomvest in San Francisco, CA

VC Stack; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives

Direct exposure to venture capital

Close interaction with senior investment professionals

Job summary

VC Stack is seeking a Finance Associate for its San Francisco office. This role involves supporting valuation analysis, portfolio company reporting, and financial due diligence. Ideal candidates should have over 4 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting, preferably from investment banking or Big Four accounting firms.

Responsibilities include collaborating with finance teams, preparing financial summaries, and performing valuation analyses. The position offers competitive compensation and exposure to venture capital investments.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or valuation.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).
• Experience in valuation analyses and financial due diligence.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with portfolio company finance teams for accurate reporting.
• Perform valuation analysis for portfolio companies and investments.
• Prepare financial summaries and valuation insights for internal meetings.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS)

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Valuation analysis

Analytical skills

Education

4+ years in financial analysis or accounting

CPA, CFA, or MBA (or progress toward one)

Tools

PitchBook

Capital IQ

Job description

Thomvest Ventures is a venture capital firm with over $750 million under management. We focus on opportunities in the fields of financial technology, cybersecurity, and cloud & AI infrastructure. The capital we invest is our own, enabling us to be more creative and flexible with the entrepreneurs we work with as well as to help them focus on building value for the long term.

We are seeking a Finance Associate to support valuation analysis and portfolio company reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong accounting background who also has experience in financial analysis and valuation – ideal for candidates coming from investment banking, Big Four accounting (Transaction Services, Valuations, Audit), corporate finance, or private equity/venture capital. The role will be for our San Francisco office and will report to the Managing Director of the Firm.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting & Portfolio Monitoring

• Collaborate with portfolio company finance teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Analyze portfolio company financial reports to track performance, identify risks, and assess financial trends.
• Conduct financial due diligence as part of follow-on financings for portfolio companies, including reviewing financial statements, accounting policies, and key risks.

Financial & Valuation Analysis

• Perform valuation analysis (primarily comparable company and precedent transaction-based) for portfolio companies and potential investments.
• Analyze company financial statements, revenue models, and capital structures to support investment decisions.
• Support quarterly and annual valuation updates for portfolio companies in accordance with reporting standards.
• Work with the investment team to assess the financial health of current and potential new investments.

Investor & Internal Reporting

• Prepare financial summaries and valuation insights for internal investment meetings and Limited Partner updates.
• Assist in building reports and presentations on fund performance, financial trends, and portfolio metrics.
• Work closely with the accounting team to ensure fund-level reporting and compliance with valuation best practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• 4+ years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or valuation—preferably in investment banking, Big Four accounting (Transaction Services, Valuation, or Audit), corporate finance, private equity, or venture capital.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and financial statement analysis.
• Experience conducting valuation analyses (comps and precedent transactions) and financial due diligence.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; familiarity with financial databases (PitchBook and Capital IQ) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• CPA, CFA, or MBA (or progress toward one of these) is a plus but not required.

Why Join Us?

• Gain direct exposure to venture capital investing and the startup ecosystem.
• Work closely with senior investment professionals and participate in high-impact financial decision-making.
• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.