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Controller - Reputable Venture Capital Firm
- Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Menlo Park, CA)
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Description
Controller – Venture Capital
About Us
We are a top-performing venture capital firm investing in technical founders and next-generation technology companies. With $2.5B in AUM and a strong track record across multiple funds, we offer a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment where you’ll have broad responsibilities and real influence. This is an opportunity to join a lean, high-trust team and help build scalable financial infrastructure for a rapidly expanding platform.
The Role
We’re seeking an experienced Controller to serve as the CFO’s trusted partner and lead the finance function. You’ll oversee fund accounting, reporting, and compliance while driving process improvements and system enhancements. This role blends hands-on accounting with strategic oversight and offers significant exposure to partners, investors, and portfolio companies.
Key Responsibilities
+ Review fund financials, capital calls, distributions, and investor statements
+ Oversee partner capital allocations, carry calculations, and fund expenses
+ Coordinate audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance
+ Manage management company and GP accounting
+ Strengthen internal controls and implement system improvements
+ Support fundraising, investor reporting, and ad-hoc financial projects
Why Join Us?
+ Work at a top-decile performing venture firm
+ Gain exposure across fund operations, investor reporting, and strategic finance
+ Competitive compensation including carried interest
+ Collaborative, founder-focused culture
Benefits
+ Unlimited PTO
+ Gold-level medical coverage
+ 4% 401(k) Safe Harbor match
+ Monthly cell phone reimbursement
Requirements
Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
+ 8+ years of progressive accounting experience (VC, PE, or fund admin)
+ Deep understanding of fund structures, partnership accounting, and waterfalls
+ Experience with audits, tax, and third-party administrators
+ Proficiency in Google Workspace, Excel; QuickBooks Online or Carta a plus
+ Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment
Ideal Candidate
+ Proactive, independent, and detail-oriented
+ Comfortable balancing hands-on work with strategic thinking
+ Enjoys building processes and systems in a scaling environment
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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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.
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