Palo Alto, CA, 94301, USA
1 day ago
Management Company Controller - Venture Capital
Description If you'd like to be considered, please apply here and feel free to reach out via LinkedIn as well to Jeffrey Abrams. Join a lean team transforming the corporate finance and accounting function at a top performing VC firm. This role will direct the evolution of a QuickBooks and Google Sheets-led accounting and FP& A function into the future. Ideal candidates have led (or played a big role in) major accounting software implementation projects and significant "work smarter not harder" outsourcing initiatives. Familiarity with Fund finance and the interplay with Management Company is a plus. The Role: + Assist in managing day-to-day financial operations of the firm's Management Company including the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Financial Statement preparation, and FP& A (budgeting, forecasting, general P& L management). + Assist with the preparation of the global consolidated management company budget, along with quarterly updates for forecasted numbers and associated variance analysis. + Assist in allocating expenses to the various entities and the automation of allocation processes. + Lead the selection & implementation of new Accounting and FP& A software for the Management Company. Improve efficiency on AP/AR side (Bill.com) through outsourced or other solutions. + Cross functional communicator with commercial mindset. Can manage to a budget but also understand business needs and adeptly navigate competing priorities. Keys & Pluses: + Ideal to have experience in accounting systems, outsourcing administrative work (i.e., work smarter not harder), invoice management, process documentation and system implementation / due diligence on system selection. + Management reporting and operational analytics. Extensive experience establishing and running budgets. + Experience working with and for key stakeholders across the organization with superior communication skills and ability to 'manage up' when needed. Benefits and Highlights: + Excellent team culture with tenure and camaraderie. + Opportunity to have a voice and a seat at the table, making a meaningful impact on the operating company's performance. + Fully paid MDV premiums + Above market generous 401k plan(s) + Phantom Carry program + Meals and commute covered by firm + And more... it's a platinum level package. Requirements Ideal background includes: + 7-10+ years of accounting experience, preferably within the alternative investments industry or an adjacent field. + Professional certification (CPA or equivalent) is nice to have. + Strong understanding of GAAP, full-cycle operational accounting and industry practices. + Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. + Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, responsible, proactive. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .
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