Sr. Accountant

Senior Accountant

Join a dynamic family office overseeing multiple entities, including an investment firm and innovative startups, in a pivotal role that combines expertise in fund and investment accounting with hands-on experience in financial system implementation. This contract position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a rapidly evolving environment, working closely with a collaborative team to enhance accounting processes and integrate cutting-edge technology solutions.

Role Overview:
As a Senior Accountant, you will be essential to managing sophisticated investment portfolios and supporting a major financial system upgrade. Your expertise will ensure accurate fund accounting, reconcile complex investment data, and facilitate seamless system transitions. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in private investments, willing to take on a hands-on role in a fast-paced setting, and bring innovative insights to process improvements.

Required Skills:

• Extensive fund and investment accounting experience, including private equity and hedge funds
• Hands-on expertise with Addepar platform for investment data management
• Proven experience with financial system implementation, including data migration, system testing, and process validation
• Strong understanding of private funds, capital calls, distributions, valuations, and unrealized gains
• Detail-oriented with excellent reconciliation skills and the ability to resolve discrepancies independently
• Effective communication skills, capable of working with investment, accounting, and technology teams

Nice to Have Skills:

• Prior experience in a family or multi-family office setting
• Knowledge of complex entity structures such as LLCs, trusts, and partnerships
• Experience with general ledger platforms beyond Addepar, such as ERP or accounting systems
• Familiarity with alternative investments, including private credit and real estate

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience within an investment or family office environment
• Demonstrated success in financial system upgrades or implementations

Other Requirements:

• Onsite role in Los Altos, CA, with a schedule of Monday–Thursday onsite and remote Fridays
• Ability to work independently in a small team environment
• Availability for a 3-month contract, with potential for extension or transition to a permanent role
• Must be able to start within 2-3 weeks of offer acceptance

This is an exceptional chance to leverage your accounting expertise in a challenging, collaborative environment, making a tangible impact on a family office’s financial operations and system enhancements.