Fund Accountant POST NUMBER: 08375

Fund Accountant Our client, an investment management firm, is seeking a Fund Accountant to join its finance and operations team. Location: Redwood City, CA. This position follows a hybrid work schedule, with in-office expectations 3 days/week. Job Description: This role offers broad exposure across fund accounting, operational finance, audit support, reporting, and compliance activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and interested in building expertise within a dynamic investment management environment. Responsibilities Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for investment vehicles and managed accounts. Assist with fund accounting activities, including expense allocations, fee calculations, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Perform daily cash, position, and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness. Coordinate with external fund administrators, auditors, and service providers to support reporting and audit requirements. Manage accounts payable activities, vendor payments, expense reporting, and related administrative processes. Assist with regulatory filings, compliance initiatives, and maintenance of internal policies and procedures. Support investor reporting requests, due diligence inquiries, and other ad hoc financial analyses. Participate in special projects involving operational improvements, compliance, reporting, and finance initiatives. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 2–6 years of accounting experience, ideally within investment management, fund administration, financial services, or public accounting. Working knowledge of fund accounting, partnership accounting, and net asset value concepts. Strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple deadlines and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. CPA progress or certification is a plus but not required. Compensation: Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to: The individual’s skill sets, experience, and training; Licensure and certifications; Office location and other geographic considerations; Other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.