Job Details

Senior Accounting Manager

Our client, a high-growth asset management firm, is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to join their expanding finance team.

Location

San Francisco, CA. The position is hybrid, with in-office work expected 2 days per week (Monday and Tuesday), with potential to increase to 3–4 days/week.

Job Description

This is a high-impact role with direct exposure to leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, timely fund and management company reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and review quarterly/annual financial statements, audits, tax returns, and regulatory filings
• Design and implement policies and procedures to enhance finance operations
• Serve as primary liaison with fund administrators, auditors, and tax teams
• Review accounting journals, ledgers, and transactions for funds and management company
• Process and review fund investment and expense transactions
• Monitor banking activity and manage wires, capital calls/distributions, and credit line requests
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and internal controls
• Manage investor communications and reporting portal
• Collaborate with investment and compliance teams on ad-hoc projects
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting
• Mentor and develop finance staff

Requirements

• 7+ years of venture capital or asset management accounting experience
• Strong understanding of core accounting principles
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Compensation

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to:

• The individual's skill sets, experience, and training;
• Licensure and certifications;
• Office location and other geographic considerations;
• Other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.