Fund Accounting - Engagement Manager

Overview

This role manages and leads all client engagements for a fund administration services provider supporting private equity fund Managers and General Partners, including buy-out, venture capital, real estate, and fund-of-funds. The Engagement Manager works closely with the Engagement Director and supervises the Fund Controller and Associate on fund accounting and related deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Maintain frequent client contact to stay current on ongoing fund activities
• Manage client expectations
• Oversee engagement plans with attention to client needs, staff utilization, and overall engagement efficiency
• Supervise the audit and tax preparation process
• Review client and investor communications on an ongoing basis
• Assist with sourcing new clients, issuing proposals, and other business development activities
• Mentor and train junior staff members

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required (Finance/Accounting/Economics concentration preferred)
• 2+ years of public accounting experience or equivalent
• 2+ years of VC/PE fund experience or fund administrator experience — OR — minimum 1 year as manager at a public accounting firm
• Previous Private Equity/VC experience and knowledge of Partnership Accounting, preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word & Outlook
• Familiarity with QuickBooks preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA preferred

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation ranges annually (varies by city):

• San Francisco: $125,000 - $145,000
• Seattle: $105,000+
• Walnut Creek: $125,000 - $145,000
• Actual compensation will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, along with life insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Comprehensive disability/maternity and paternity plans
• 401K
• Flexible Vacation Plan
• Sick Time Accrual Plan
• Standard holidays along with year-end office closure
• Flexible work environment

Location

Compensation varies by city, including San Francisco, Seattle, and Walnut Creek.