Sr. Finance Manager - Prestigious Venture Capital Firm Job at Robert Half, Palo Alto, CA

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  • Robert Half
  • Palo Alto, CA

Job Description

Description Finance Manager/ Sr. Finance Manager About the Role We're seeking a Finance Manager or Sr. Finance Manager to join a dynamic finance organization supporting multiple investment funds and related entities. This role is critical in managing entity-level accounting, valuation analysis, and financial reporting. You'll collaborate with fund administrators, auditors, and tax providers to ensure accurate and timely reporting, valuations, and investor communications. The position also involves special projects, system enhancements, and process improvements, including upgrades to financial platforms. Key Responsibilities Accounting, Reporting, and Coordination + Review and oversee fund administrators' work on financial statements, capital accounts, and investor allocations. + Manage components of the entity close process, including journal entries, NAV packages, and financial statement deliverables. + Coordinate and review capital calls, distributions, and investor notices for accuracy and compliance. + Prepare quarterly and annual financial reports for investors and internal stakeholders. + Partner with auditors and tax advisors to ensure timely audits and filings. + Support consistency in reporting across funds, upper-tier entities, and management companies. Valuation Analysis and Portfolio Metrics + Support valuation processes for portfolio companies, including fair value adjustments. + Collaborate with the investment team to analyze portfolio performance metrics. + Prepare valuation summaries and reports for quarterly reviews and investor communications. + Ensure valuation methodologies align with firm policies and accounting standards. Operational Support + Act as a day-to-day contact for fund administrators on accounting and reporting matters. + Maintain accounting records, investor data, and compliance documentation. + Coordinate reconciliations between funds, upper-tier partnerships, and management companies. Special Projects and Systems Enhancements + Lead initiatives to improve process efficiency, system functionality, and reporting automation. + Drive onboarding and workflow improvements for fund administrators. + Assist with system upgrades, data integration, and enhancements to financial platforms. + Contribute to data accuracy initiatives and new reporting capabilities. Requirements Required + Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. + 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including at least 3 years in venture capital or private equity. + Strong understanding of GAAP and partnership accounting principles. + Experience with entity-level accounting and reporting, including capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations. + Proven ability to support valuation processes and interpret portfolio performance data. + Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. + Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. + Exceptional communication and leadership skills. Preferred + CPA certification (or equivalent). + Experience working with third-party fund administrators. + Knowledge of fund accounting systems and reporting platforms. + Experience with system upgrades, process automation, or data integration projects. + Familiarity with multi-entity investment structures. Key Attributes + Technical expertise in investment fund accounting, valuations, and reporting. + Independent and proactive, with strong project management skills. + Collaborative and communicative across teams and external partners. + Highly detail-oriented, organized, and accountable. + Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. + Exercises discretion and integrity with confidential financial information. 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 ( 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 ( .

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