Financial Accounting Specialist
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San Francisco Bay Area
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Posted April 3, 2026
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- Review quarterly reporting packages prepared by the Fund Administrator, including financial statements, capital account statements, and investor reports, providing clear review notes and signoffs.
- Partner with Investment and Investment Operations on deal funding, closing mechanics, and post-close reconciliations while maintaining complete audit trails.
- Contribute to valuation processes under fair value guidance, prepare support for internal committees, and coordinate deliverables for external auditors.
- Maintain portfolio data integrity across dashboards and internal reporting, highlighting metrics such as IRR, DPI, and MOIC to drive insight.
- Lead day-to-day fund accounting workflows across multiple entities, ensuring precise capital calls, distributions, and wire approvals with strong treasury controls.
- Coordinate annual audits and tax timelines with external providers and the internal Tax team, organizing PBC lists and driving on-time closes.
- Strengthen operational excellence by documenting processes, mentoring junior team members, and recommending quality improvements that enhance cycle time and accuracy.
- Support accounts payable allocations, vendor onboarding, and spend governance related to fund operations and the management company.
- Contribute to budgeting and cash planning for fund expenses and investments, forecasting reserves and optimizing liquidity across entities.
- Champion tooling and automation that streamline reconciliations, variance analysis, and investor reporting, including thoughtful exploration of AI-enabled workflows.
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Title: Accounting Specialist – Alternative Asset / VC Work Schedule: Full-time Employment Type: Permanent / Direct-Hire Job Location Type: Hybrid (4 days in-office) The Alternative Asset Accounting Specialist will join a trusted, award-winning investment organization known for disciplined governance and fund growth.
Weekends can range from coastal trails and wine country getaways to world-class dining, museums, theater, and live music.
Sports enthusiasts have year-round options, and professionals benefit from a resilient, knowledge-driven economy with abundant networking.
Matching 401(k) program and commuter benefits aligned to a hybrid environment.
Apply today or reach out to an LHH Recruiter to start a confidential conversation.
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- Champion tooling and automation that streamline reconciliations, variance analysis, and investor reporting, including thoughtful exploration of AI-enabled workflows.
- 3+ years in environments supporting Venture Capital, Private Equity, or Alternative Asset Management
- Progress toward the CPA or an active CPA, with strong Assurance fundamentals and comfort interpreting US GAAP for investment funds.
- Experience reviewing third-party reporting, coordinating audits, and partnering with external providers to resolve complex issues.
- Advanced Excel skills for waterfalls, complex capital activity, and model building, plus strong presentation capabilities for clear storytelling.
- Familiarity with valuation frameworks, investor reporting cycles, and close management, with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Collaborative communicator who enjoys cross-functional work, mentors others, and balances detail with portfolio-level insights.
- Curiosity around data tools and new technologies that elevate productivity and accuracy.
Preferred Skills
- 3+ years in environments supporting Venture Capital, Private Equity, or Alternative Asset Management
- Progress toward the CPA or an active CPA, with strong Assurance fundamentals and comfort interpreting US GAAP for investment funds.
- Experience reviewing third-party reporting, coordinating audits, and partnering with external providers to resolve complex issues.
- Advanced Excel skills for waterfalls, complex capital activity, and model building, plus strong presentation capabilities for clear storytelling.
- Familiarity with valuation frameworks, investor reporting cycles, and close management, with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Collaborative communicator who enjoys cross-functional work, mentors others, and balances detail with portfolio-level insights.
- Curiosity around data tools and new technologies that elevate productivity and accuracy.
Title: Accounting Specialist – Alternative Asset / VC Work Schedule: Full-time Employment Type: Permanent / Direct-Hire Job Location Type: Hybrid (4 days in-office) The Alternative Asset Accounting Specialist will join a trusted, award-winning investment organization known for disciplined governance and fund growth. If you thrive in Venture Capital and Alternative Asset Management and want to work close to capital activity and portfolio decision-making, keep reading. This is ideal for a builder who loves partnering across teams, elevating controls, and owning outcomes. This organization supports a diversified private markets strategy with institutional-grade controls, rigorous Assurance practices, and a collaborative operating model across fund vehicles. The Accounting Specialist reports to the Controller and partners daily with Investment, Investment Operations, Tax, and Investor Relations. This person will review the work of the external Fund Administrator and collaborate with Fund Managers to deliver timely, accurate reporting that empowers portfolio and investor communications. The San Francisco Bay Area is a magnet for innovation, anchored by top universities, research hubs, and a vibrant ecosystem of founders, investors, and operators. Weekends can range from coastal trails and wine country getaways to world-class dining, museums, theater, and live music. Sports enthusiasts have year-round options, and professionals benefit from a resilient, knowledge-driven economy with abundant networking. It is a compelling place to build both a career and a lifestyle. Primary Responsibilities
Review quarterly reporting packages prepared by the Fund Administrator, including financial statements, capital account statements, and investor reports, providing clear review notes and signoffs.
Partner with Investment and Investment Operations on deal funding, closing mechanics, and post-close reconciliations while maintaining complete audit trails.
Contribute to valuation processes under fair value guidance, prepare support for internal committees, and coordinate deliverables for external auditors.
Maintain portfolio data integrity across dashboards and internal reporting, highlighting metrics such as IRR, DPI, and MOIC to drive insight.
Lead day-to-day fund accounting workflows across multiple entities, ensuring precise capital calls, distributions, and wire approvals with strong treasury controls.
Coordinate annual audits and tax timelines with external providers and the internal Tax team, organizing PBC lists and driving on-time closes.
Strengthen operational excellence by documenting processes, mentoring junior team members, and recommending quality improvements that enhance cycle time and accuracy.
Support accounts payable allocations, vendor onboarding, and spend governance related to fund operations and the management company.
Contribute to budgeting and cash planning for fund expenses and investments, forecasting reserves and optimizing liquidity across entities.
Champion tooling and automation that streamline reconciliations, variance analysis, and investor reporting, including thoughtful exploration of AI-enabled workflows. Valued Experience:
3+ years in environments supporting Venture Capital, Private Equity, or Alternative Asset Management
Progress toward the CPA or an active CPA, with strong Assurance fundamentals and comfort interpreting US GAAP for investment funds.
Experience reviewing third-party reporting, coordinating audits, and partnering with external providers to resolve complex issues.
Advanced Excel skills for waterfalls, complex capital activity, and model building, plus strong presentation capabilities for clear storytelling.
Familiarity with valuation frameworks, investor reporting cycles, and close management, with a continuous improvement mindset.
Collaborative communicator who enjoys cross-functional work, mentors others, and balances detail with portfolio-level insights.
Curiosity around data tools and new technologies that elevate productivity and accuracy. Benefits and Compensation
Amazing company culture, relationship-focused with regular opportunities for volunteer and community work
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus generous PTO and wellness resources.
Life and disability insurance, along with family-forward programs including mental health support, fertility benefits, and back-up childcare.
Matching 401(k) program and commuter benefits aligned to a hybrid environment.
Professional growth support, including coursework assistance and help pursuing designations such as the CPA. If you see yourself as an Alternative Asset Accounting Specialist who loves partnering with investment teams and building best-in-class fund operations in Venture Capital, we would love to connect. Apply today or reach out to an LHH Recruiter to start a confidential conversation.
Review quarterly reporting packages prepared by the Fund Administrator, including financial statements, capital account statements, and investor reports, providing clear review notes and signoffs.
Partner with Investment and Investment Operations on deal funding, closing mechanics, and post-close reconciliations while maintaining complete audit trails.
Contribute to valuation processes under fair value guidance, prepare support for internal committees, and coordinate deliverables for external auditors.
Maintain portfolio data integrity across dashboards and internal reporting, highlighting metrics such as IRR, DPI, and MOIC to drive insight.
Lead day-to-day fund accounting workflows across multiple entities, ensuring precise capital calls, distributions, and wire approvals with strong treasury controls.
Coordinate annual audits and tax timelines with external providers and the internal Tax team, organizing PBC lists and driving on-time closes.
Strengthen operational excellence by documenting processes, mentoring junior team members, and recommending quality improvements that enhance cycle time and accuracy.
Support accounts payable allocations, vendor onboarding, and spend governance related to fund operations and the management company.
Contribute to budgeting and cash planning for fund expenses and investments, forecasting reserves and optimizing liquidity across entities.
Champion tooling and automation that streamline reconciliations, variance analysis, and investor reporting, including thoughtful exploration of AI-enabled workflows. Valued Experience:
3+ years in environments supporting Venture Capital, Private Equity, or Alternative Asset Management
Progress toward the CPA or an active CPA, with strong Assurance fundamentals and comfort interpreting US GAAP for investment funds.
Experience reviewing third-party reporting, coordinating audits, and partnering with external providers to resolve complex issues.
Advanced Excel skills for waterfalls, complex capital activity, and model building, plus strong presentation capabilities for clear storytelling.
Familiarity with valuation frameworks, investor reporting cycles, and close management, with a continuous improvement mindset.
Collaborative communicator who enjoys cross-functional work, mentors others, and balances detail with portfolio-level insights.
Curiosity around data tools and new technologies that elevate productivity and accuracy. Benefits and Compensation
Amazing company culture, relationship-focused with regular opportunities for volunteer and community work
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus generous PTO and wellness resources.
Life and disability insurance, along with family-forward programs including mental health support, fertility benefits, and back-up childcare.
Matching 401(k) program and commuter benefits aligned to a hybrid environment.
Professional growth support, including coursework assistance and help pursuing designations such as the CPA. If you see yourself as an Alternative Asset Accounting Specialist who loves partnering with investment teams and building best-in-class fund operations in Venture Capital, we would love to connect. Apply today or reach out to an LHH Recruiter to start a confidential conversation.