<p>Michelle Espejo with Robert Half Financial Services is recruiting for a <strong>Management Company Lead</strong> at a <strong>leading venture capital firm</strong>. This is a full-time, permanent role based in <strong>Palo Alto</strong> with a <strong>hybrid schedule</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>Join a lean, high-performing team that’s redefining how corporate finance and accounting operate within the venture capital space. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on building smarter systems, optimizing workflows, and driving meaningful change.</p><p> </p><p>You will lead the evolution of a QuickBooks and Google Sheets-based accounting and FP& A function into the future, implementing stronger systems, smarter processes, and scalable solutions that keep pace with a top-performing VC firm.</p><p>If you’re someone who asks, <em>“How can we make this better?”</em> and actually delivers results, this is your kind of role.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including GL management, AP, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.</li><li>Lead or partner on major accounting system implementations and automation projects.</li><li>Identify and execute process improvements, from outsourcing opportunities to efficiency gains across entities.</li><li>Prepare consolidated management company budgets, track variances, and support strategic planning.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to align financial processes with business goals.</li></ul><p><strong>*Contact <u>Michelle Espejo via LinkedIn or email</u> for additional info and immediate consideration. </strong></p>

<ul><li><strong>5–10+ years of accounting experience, in venture capital, private equity, or other alternative investments.</strong></li><li>Hands-on experience implementing accounting systems or major workflow automation initiatives.</li><li>Proven ability to identify inefficiencies and turn manual processes into streamlined, data-driven operations.</li><li>CPA or equivalent preferred.</li><li>Strong understanding of GAAP and management company operations.</li><li>Clear communicator, collaborator, and problem-solver who thrives in a lean, fast-moving environment.</li><li>A change agent who questions the status quo and takes pride in building things better.</li></ul><p><strong>Interested or even just curious? Reach out to <u>Michelle Espejo via LinkedIn or email</u> for fastest consideration. I recruit for similar roles and am happy to connect, whether you're actively looking or open to hearing about what’s out there.</strong></p>

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