Fund Accounting Manager – Emerging Venture Firm

Join a dynamic, high-growth investment firm through Robert Half as a Fund Accounting Manager in the heart of San Francisco's thriving financial district. This is your chance to elevate your career in alternative investments with a niche-focused firm managing $1.5B in assets under management (AUM). Specializing in non-traditional asset classes like litigation finance, specialty agriculture, water rights, media finance, and international arbitration, this emerging venture firm offers unparalleled exposure to innovative deal structures and hands-on asset management.

About the Firm

Robert Half is proud to partner with this tight-knit investment team that's scaling rapidly ahead of major fundraises. Unlike conventional private equity shops, this firm dives deep into differentiated real-asset and intangible categories, providing a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact fund performance and investor success. With a focus on alternative and non-correlated assets, you'll work on complex transactions that demand precision, creativity, and strategic thinking.

About the Role

As Fund Accounting Manager, you'll be the backbone of fund operations, overseeing financial reporting, cash management, and investor support for multiple private equity vehicles. This full-time role is perfect for seasoned accountants who excel in fast-paced settings with variety and depth. Reporting to senior leadership in a small team, you'll handle end-to-end accounting processes, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and transparency. Ideal candidates bring fund accounting expertise from PE, hedge funds, or venture capital, with a passion for unique investment strategies. Located in San Francisco, CA, this position offers hybrid flexibility and positions you at the epicenter of innovation in alternative investments.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve critical operational and financial tasks:

• Maintain comprehensive fund and GP general ledgers, expertly handling expenses, accruals, intercompany transactions, investment entries, and intricate partner allocations.
• Prepare accurate quarterly and annual financial statements that meet GAAP standards and investor expectations.
• Lead audit and tax coordination, serving as the key liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and third-party administrators to ensure seamless compliance.
• Monitor fund-level cash positions, forecast liquidity needs, and optimize cash flow for portfolio performance.
• Calculate, record, and execute capital calls and distributions with precision, supporting timely investor communications.

Expect involvement in ad-hoc projects like fund launches and performance analytics, fostering growth in a supportive culture.

Required Qualifications

To succeed, bring these qualifications to the table:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA or equivalent certification highly preferred.
• 4-7 years of progressive fund accounting experience, ideally in private equity, venture capital, or alternative assets.
• Deep expertise in GAAP, fund structures, NAV calculations, and complex transaction accounting.
• Technical proficiency in fund accounting systems like Investran, Advent, or QuickBooks, plus advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, macros).
• Proven ability to manage audits, taxes, and stakeholder relationships with poise under deadlines.
• Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Thrives in entrepreneurial environments with exposure to litigation finance, real assets, or niche investments.

Prior experience with capital calls, distributions, and partner allocations is essential for this high-impact role.

Why Join Us?

This opportunity via Robert Half combines competitive compensation starting at $130,000 base salary (with substantial bonus potential) and top-tier benefits: 401(k) with a generous 6% firm contribution, 100% employer-covered health insurance, and flexible PTO. Gain rare exposure to cutting-edge asset classes while advancing in a scaling firm poised for growth. San Francisco's vibrant tech and finance ecosystem amplifies your network. Apply now to connect with our recruiter and secure your future in fund accounting excellence. Robert Half: Matching top talent with exceptional careers in finance and accounting.

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