Senior Fund Accountant POST NUMBER: 481996

Senior Fund Accountant

Our client, an investment management firm, is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to join its growing finance organization.

Location:
San Francisco, CA. The position is hybrid, with in-office expectations 3 days/week.

Job Description:
This role will support a portfolio of investment funds and work closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure accurate financial reporting, fund operations, and investor reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and enjoys solving complex accounting and operational challenges.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual fund financial reporting
• Manage relationships with third-party fund administrators and review deliverables for accuracy and completeness
• Monitor fund cash activity, capital calls, distributions, and investment transactions
• Support valuation processes and performance reporting for investment portfolios
• Coordinate annual audits and assist with tax compliance activities
• Review financial reporting for related entities and ensure timely completion of reporting requirements
• Partner with Accounting, Legal, Investor Relations, and Investment teams on operational and reporting matters
• Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred
• 3 years of experience in public accounting, fund accounting, private equity, venture capital, or investment management
• Experience with fund accounting, investment valuations, and investor reporting
• Ability to manage external service providers and coordinate multiple deadlines
• Strong Excel skills and excellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilities

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.