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Robert Half
Sr. Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$82,056 / year median in California
-25% projected decline
Job Description
Description Jeff Abrams is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant for his client to support fund accounting, valuation analysis, and quarterly reporting for a venture capital environment in California. This position plays a key role in reviewing financial activity, maintaining accurate records, and helping deliver timely reporting to internal stakeholders, investors, and auditors. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct quarterly fair value assessments for portfolio investments by applying accepted venture capital valuation approaches and preparing clear supporting documentation.
- Analyze the assumptions, market factors, legal considerations, and company-specific data that influence valuation models, and summarize their effect on reported results.
- Present valuation conclusions and related observations to auditors, investment leadership, and valuation governance groups in a concise and credible manner.
- Support the quarterly close process through review of financial statements, partner reporting, and other recurring fund deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
- Contribute to the preparation of annual and interim audited financial statements and compile schedules requested during the audit process.
- Examine capital call and distribution allocation calculations to help ensure transactions are recorded and allocated correctly.
- Oversee cash activity by reviewing reconciliations, evaluating funding requirements, and assisting with capital planning.
- Provide guidance and day-to-day coaching to fund accounting team members to strengthen performance and support ongoing development.
- Respond promptly to limited partner questions and prepare documentation needed to address external auditor requests and other ad hoc reporting needs. If you are interested the role, please reach out to Jeff Abrams via LinkedIn Requirements
- Strong experience with month-end and quarter-end close activities, including journal entries, general ledger review, and financial statement support.
- Hands-on knowledge of account reconciliation and bank reconciliation processes with close attention to accuracy and detail.
- Background in venture capital, private funds, or a similar investment management setting.
- Solid understanding of fund accounting concepts, including capital activity and partner allocation mechanics.
- Ability to interpret financial data, assess valuation inputs, and document conclusions in a well-supported manner.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with auditors, investors, and senior business leaders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines, prioritize competing responsibilities, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.