Assistant Fund Controller

Assistant Fund Controller

Our client, a real estate investment management firm, is seeking an Assistant Fund Controller to join its growing finance team.

Location

San Francisco, CA. This position follows a hybrid work schedule, with in-office expectations 3 days per week.

Job Description

This role offers broad exposure to fund accounting, investor reporting, financial reporting, treasury activities, and fund operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys managing complex investment structures, mentoring team members, and partnering with stakeholders across finance, operations, and external service providers.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for assigned investment vehicles and related entities.
• Review financial statements, investor reporting packages, capital account activity, and supporting schedules.
• Manage cash forecasting, liquidity planning, capital activity, and treasury-related processes.
• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, third-party service providers, and other external stakeholders to support reporting and compliance requirements.
• Oversee accounting for investment vehicles, including reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and financial analysis.
• Support investor communications and respond to financial reporting requests and inquiries.
• Research technical accounting matters and assist with the implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and process improvements.
• Mentor junior team members and collaborate on acquisitions, financings, new investment structures, and other special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably within real estate, private equity, investment management, financial services, or a related industry.
• Public accounting experience strongly preferred; CPA preferred.
• Strong understanding of fund accounting, partnership accounting, financial reporting, and investment structures.
• Experience working with audits, tax reporting processes, and external service providers.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

• The individual’s skill sets, experience, and training;
• Licensure and certifications;
• Office location and other geographic considerations;
• Other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.