Senior Fund Accountant

Job title: Senior Fund Accountant

About the Role Senior Fund Accountant will join a leading venture capital firm in Palo Alto, supporting fund operations, investment activity, and the full lifecycle of private investment funds in a stable team environment. Hybrid work arrangement with strong compensation package.

What You'll Do

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities for private investment funds, including investment activity and investor capital allocations.
• Support quarterly and year-end close, including preparing fund and management company financial statements.
• Coordinate annual audit process by preparing schedules and liaising with external auditors.
• Partner with investment professionals to support portfolio company valuation analyses and related accounting.
• Prepare accounting for investment transactions and assist with tax-related reporting for fund investments.
• Monitor fund liquidity, analyze cash requirements, and support cash management.
• Process and reconcile capital calls, cash, equity, and other investor distributions.
• Respond to investor requests with financial information and supporting documentation.
• Prepare, review, and reconcile journal entries and other records to ensure accuracy.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and provide analytical support on special projects for the finance leadership team.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; Master's degree a plus.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in public accounting, fund accounting, private equity, venture capital, or fund administration supporting investment partnerships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to collaborate across teams.
• Self-starter with initiative, ability to work independently, high accountability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with continuous improvement mindset.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High ethical standards with collaborative approach and integrity.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree or advanced education; experience with portfolio company valuation analyses.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: 125,000 - 150,000 USD per year.
• Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance; 401(k) plan.
• Opportunities for training and development; Robert Half app for job alerts and easy apply.