VC Audit Manager

Jobot; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Generous Match

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Audit Manager for Venture Capital Fund Audit in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will lead engagements from planning to issuance, coordinating with Directors and Partners while mentoring junior staff.

This role emphasizes technical accounting, client management, and delivery excellence. The ideal candidate holds an active CPA and 5–9 years of public accounting audit experience, with solid GAAP knowledge and venture fund exposure.

Qualifications

• Current and active CPA license.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 to 9 years of public accounting audit experience.
• Experience serving venture capital, private equity, investment companies, or alternative investment fund clients.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, investment company accounting, audit methodology, and risk assessment.
• Proven ability to supervise, mentor, and develop Associates and Seniors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements, deadlines, teams, and client relationships at once.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage venture capital fund audit engagements from pre-planning through report issuance and binder close, with minimal oversight from Directors or Partners.
• Develop audit strategies, risk assessments, engagement plans, staffing plans, and timelines.
• Review workpapers, financial statements, and related documentation for accuracy and compliance with professional standards.
• Research and resolve technical matters including investment valuations, partner allocations, capital activity, distributions, and syndication costs.
• Supervise multiple engagements and teams simultaneously, reallocating resources as needed.
• Serve as a primary day to day client contact throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Explain technical accounting and auditing matters to teams and clients.
• Draft management letter comments and discuss findings with clients.
• Support billing and collections for assigned clients.
• Mentor, train, and supervise Associates and Seniors.
• Promote the firm's mission and culture through actions and communication.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field

CPA license (active)

Job description

Audit Manager, Venture Capital Fund Audit | San Francisco Bay Area, CA

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Mallory Schreiner

Salary: $140,000 - $185,000 per year

A bit about us:

San Francisco Bay Area, we are a sophisticated and growing public accounting firm known for our specialized Assurance and Advisory practice. Our Venture Capital Fund Audit team has built a reputation as a leading service provider within the venture fund ecosystem, working with clients across the country and in major financial markets around the world. We take pride in a collaborative culture where driven and passionate professionals can do meaningful, technically challenging work while still feeling supported by the people around them.

Why join us?

• 401(k) with Generous Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Collaborative Work Environment: Work alongside Partners and Directors on a specialized, highly regarded fund audit practice serving clients nationally and internationally
• Career Growth: Lead engagements with real autonomy and mentor the next generation of Associates and Seniors
• Hybrid work model

Job Details

• Manage venture capital fund audit engagements from pre-planning through report issuance and binder close, with minimal oversight from Directors or Partners
• Develop audit strategies, risk assessments, engagement plans, staffing plans, and timelines
• Review workpapers, financial statements, and related documentation for accuracy and compliance with professional standards
• Research and resolve technical matters including investment valuations, partner allocations, capital activity, distributions, and syndication costs
• Supervise multiple engagements and teams simultaneously, reallocating resources as needed
• Serve as a primary day to day client contact throughout the audit lifecycle
• Explain technical accounting and auditing matters to teams and clients
• Draft management letter comments and discuss findings with clients
• Support billing and collections for assigned clients
• Mentor, train, and supervise Associates and Seniors
• Promote the firm's mission and culture through actions and communication

Qualifications

• Current and active CPA license
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 to 9 years of public accounting audit experience
• Experience serving venture capital, private equity, investment companies, or alternative investment fund clients
• Strong understanding of GAAP, investment company accounting, audit methodology, and risk assessment
• Proven ability to supervise, mentor, and develop Associates and Seniors
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements, deadlines, teams, and client relationships at once
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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