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6 results for Controller Private Equity in San Francisco, CA

Fund Accountant - Private Equity
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Jennifer Fukumae</strong> is a direct-hire recruiter specializing in Financial Services, partnering with firms and professionals to connect top talent with the right opportunities. <u>Reach out via LinkedIn or email to start a conversation.</u></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Finance &amp; Accounting is partnering with a <strong>global private equity firm</strong> that is expanding its finance team seeking a Fund Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals with a <strong>public accounting background</strong> to transition into <strong>investment accounting</strong>, take on immediate responsibility, and build a career with <strong>strong growth potential</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>The firm is known for its <strong>supportive, career-focused culture</strong>, offering mentorship, advancement opportunities, and generous rewards for high-quality work.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Manage <strong>Fund and General Partner ledgers</strong>, including quarterly expenses, accruals, intercompany activity, investment transactions, and partner allocations.</li><li>Prepare and review <strong>quarterly and annual financial statements</strong>.</li><li>Support <strong>annual audits and tax filings</strong>.</li><li>Monitor cash positions across assigned funds.</li><li>Calculate, record, and process <strong>capital calls and distributions</strong> for funds and investments.</li><li>Partner with <strong>Investor Relations</strong> to respond to limited partner inquiries.</li><li>Prepare and deliver <strong>ad-hoc analyses and reports</strong> to support decision-making.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Controller Opportunity - THE Hedge Fund to join
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 250000 - 350000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>One of the fastest growing investment managers across the country is seeking a Controller with extensive Hedge Fund experience. The firm has broken records with its capital raising successes and this is an optimal time to board the rocket ship. Join a world-class team of industry leaders, network with the who&#39;s who in this space, and make your mark on the operations of this firm. This is a rare opportunity to join a lean, entrepreneurial team and help build institutional-grade finance infrastructure within a sophisticated investment platform.</p><p><br></p><p>What You&#39;ll Do</p><ul><li>Serve as the primary internal owner of fund accounting and financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee NAV calculations, investor allocations, capital activity, management and incentive fees, and partnership accounting.</li><li>Manage relationships with third-party fund administrators, auditors, and tax providers.</li><li>Support accounting and reporting for complex investment strategies, including long/short positions, derivatives, synthetic exposures, and options.</li><li>Coordinate audits, tax reporting, and regulatory deliverables.</li><li>Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and scalable reporting solutions.</li><li>Partner closely with senior leadership on fund operations, strategic initiatives, and infrastructure development.</li></ul><p>Why Join?</p><ul><li>Join one of the industry&#39;s fastest-growing investment platforms.</li><li>Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership.</li><li>Opportunity to build and improve processes in a technology-forward environment.</li><li>Highly competitive compensation, very generous bonus potential, and significant long-term growth opportunity.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z
Venture Capital, Management Company Accountant
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Reach out to <strong><u>Michelle Espejo</u></strong><u> via </u><strong><u>email or LinkedIn</u></strong> for additional information or questions regarding this listing.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Staff Accountant | Venture Capital Firm | Menlo Park; Hybrid - 3 Days onsite</strong></p><p> </p><p>Join a <strong>well-respected investment firm</strong> with a collaborative, tight-knit team and exposure to high-growth companies. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants a <strong>hands-on, varied role</strong> with visibility across accounting, fund operations, and investor-related activity.</p><p> </p><p>You’ll work closely with an experienced finance team in a positive<strong>,</strong> in-office environment while building your skill set and taking on increasing responsibility. The firm offers <strong>bonus potential, strong retirement benefits, and long-term incentive opportunities</strong>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support quarterly close activities for the management company</li><li>Review corporate card and employee expense activity</li><li>Process vendor payments and AP</li><li>Maintain cash ledgers and monitor multiple bank accounts</li><li>Initiate wires, credit line draws, and intercompany transactions</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and track intercompany balances</li><li>Support capital calls and cash distributions</li></ul><p><strong>For fastest consideration, reach out to <u>Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p>
  • 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
Hedge Fund - Controller
  • Orinda, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 190000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Reach out to <strong><u>Michelle Espejo</u></strong><u> via </u><strong><u>email or LinkedIn</u></strong> for additional information or questions regarding this listing.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Controller | Investment Firm | Orinda; Hybrid</strong></p><p> </p><p>Join a <strong>highly regarded investment firm</strong> with a thoughtful, long-term investment approach and strong reputation in the market. This is a <strong>high-visibility, hands-on role</strong> with broad exposure across fund and investment operations, significant autonomy, and the opportunity to shape the role based on your experience and interests.</p><p> </p><p>Ideal for someone who enjoys <strong>wearing multiple hats, solving problems, and taking ownership</strong> in a sophisticated investment environment. <strong>Strong employee tenure, fully covered benefits, unlimited PTO, bonus potential, complimentary meals, and a collaborative team culture.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support daily trade and investment operations for open-ended funds</li><li>Reconcile trades, positions, cash, and investment activity</li><li>Partner with fund administrators, custodians, brokers, and other service providers</li><li>Resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate, timely processing</li><li>Support settlements, corporate actions, cash movements, and related activity</li><li>Support additional fund structures as the role evolves</li><li>Take ownership of operational projects and process improvements</li></ul><p><strong>For fastest consideration, reach out to <u>Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p>
  • 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z
Finance Associate $5B Venture Capital Firm
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Reach out to <strong><u>Michelle Espejo</u></strong><u> via </u><strong><u>email or LinkedIn</u></strong> for additional information or questions regarding this listing.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Finance Associate | $5B+ Venture Capital Firm| San Francisco; Hybrid </strong></p><p> </p><p>Join a <strong>highly regarded venture capital firm</strong> with a strong track record of backing innovative, technology-driven businesses. This is a <strong>high-visibility, high-ownership role</strong> within a lean finance team, offering broad exposure across fund accounting, reporting, valuation, transactions, and operations.</p><p> </p><p>Ideal for someone who <strong>thinks critically, works independently, and wants meaningful responsibility and growth</strong> within a sophisticated investment platform. <strong>Strong team culture, process improvement focus, and exposure to AI and automation.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage monthly and quarterly close across funds and SPVs</li><li>Prepare NAV, capital accounts, allocations, and reporting schedules</li><li>Coordinate with fund administrators, audit, and tax providers</li><li>Support LP reporting, valuations, and fund performance reporting</li><li>Prepare transaction wires and supporting documentation</li><li>Maintain fund, investment, and operational trackers</li><li>Support regulatory filings and process improvements</li><li>Identify opportunities for <strong>AI and automation</strong></li></ul><p><strong>For fastest consideration, reach out to <u>Michelle Espejo via email or LinkedIn</u>.</strong></p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Senior Fund Accountant High-Impact PE Role
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Please apply to this posting and ping me on LinkedIn for additional consideration at Mahmoud Adam, CPA</strong></p><p><br></p><p>If you&#39;re looking to transition from public accounting into private equity—or you&#39;re already in fund accounting and want to join one of the industry&#39;s most respected investment firms—this is an outstanding opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>We&#39;re hiring a <strong>Senior Fund Accountant</strong> to join the finance team of a leading private equity firm managing <strong>over $10B in AUM</strong>. This is a high-visibility role offering direct exposure to complex fund structures, investor reporting, fund operations, and senior finance leadership, all within a collaborative team that genuinely invests in developing its people.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You&#39;ll Do</strong></p><p>• Prepare quarterly and annual fund financial statements (audited &amp; unaudited)</p><p>• Support fund close, capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations</p><p>• Maintain reconciliations and partner with external auditors during annual audits</p><p>• Analyze cash activity, investment transactions, and fund performance reporting</p><p>• Assist with SEC reporting, process improvements, and AI-driven initiatives</p><p>• Work closely with senior finance leadership on high-impact projects</p>
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z