An LA-based Venture Capital firm is seeking a Fund Accountant to join a lean finance team in providing fund accounting support both internally and externally to it's investors. Since inception, the company has invested in a range of high-growth businesses through both venture capital and private equity strategies.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Fund Accountant will support the Controller in maintaining accurate financial records across multiple pooled investment vehicles, ensuring proper investor reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess a solid accounting foundation, a passion for private markets, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain books and records for multiple pooled private investment funds (LPs, LLCs, and separate accounts)
- Implement and enhance procedures to improve financial and operational efficiency
- Calculate income and expense allocations to partners; manage distribution waterfalls per governing documents
- Prepare and process capital calls, distributions, and drawdowns
- Generate periodic financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Assist with annual audits and regulatory reporting
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with strong academic performance
- 2-5 years of accounting experience (public or private); investment firm/fund experience a plus
- Solid understanding of US GAAP; CPA preferred but not required
- Strong reconciliation and account analysis skills
- Proficiency in investment fund accounting principles
- Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; QuickBooks a plus
- High attention to detail and strong organizational and analytical capabilities
- Excellent communication skills and professionalism, especially when handling confidential financial data
- Self-motivated and capable of managing tasks independently
*This role is hybrid (3 days a week in office)
