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Jennifer Fukumae with Robert Half’s Finance & Accounting practice is partnering with a leading Venture Capital firm in Palo Alto seeking an Assistant Controller to join their lean and collaborative team. This role will play a key part in transforming the corporate finance and accounting function, driving process improvements, and implementing scalable systems.

Assistant Controller (Venture Capital Firm – Palo Alto)

Hybrid | 3 Days in Office | $170–250K + Bonus + Profit Share + Excellent Benefits

You’ll support the firm’s Management Company and collaborate closely across teams.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Oversee day-to-day financial operations including general ledger, accounts payable, financial reporting, and FP& A (budgeting, forecasting, P& L management).

+ Assist with global consolidated budgeting, forecasting updates, and variance analysis.

+ Manage expense allocations across entities and help automate allocation processes.

+ Lead the selection and implementation of new Accounting and FP& A systems; enhance efficiency on AP/AR processes (e.g., Bill.com).

+ Partner cross-functionally with a commercial mindset—balancing budgets, priorities, and business needs.

Requirements

+ 5–10+ years of accounting experience, ideally within venture capital, private equity, or alternative investments.

+ Strong understanding of GAAP, full-cycle accounting, and management reporting.

+ Proven experience improving systems, streamlining operations, and managing outsourced functions.

+ Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to “manage up” and work effectively with senior stakeholders.

+ CPA or equivalent certification preferred.

+ Familiarity with fund finance or management company accounting is a major plus.

Ready to make a huge impact?

Apply directly and connect with Jennifer Fukumae on LinkedIn for confidential consideration and to learn about other exciting finance opportunities in venture capital.

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