Unknown Company

Head of Finance, Accounting

new york, ny • Posted 3 weeks ago
Onsite Full Time Finance

Responsibilities

  • Own the end-to-end finance function, with emphasis on FP&A, strategic finance, accounting oversight, and reporting
  • Build scalable systems and durable financial processes
  • Drive operational rigor and support strategic decision-making
  • Translate complex financial data into actionable insights
  • Mentor and grow a team of Accounting professionals
  • Oversee the finance team, ensuring strong execution across both operating‑company and asset‑management finance

Requirements

  • 6+ years of professional experience in finance, accounting, fund operations, or related fields
  • CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent accounting qualification strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated FP&A experience, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, management reporting, and scenario planning
  • Strong accounting foundation, with the ability to review detailed accounting work, understand transaction‑level data, and maintain high standards of financial control
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP, particularly as it relates to investments and alternative asset management
  • Significant experience with fund accounting, preferably within hedge funds, venture capital, private equity, or other complex investment environments
  • Strong understanding of cryptocurrency and digital asset operations preferred
  • Experience working with LPAs and other investment governing documents
  • Familiarity with audit processes, internal controls, and financial reporting best practices
  • Experience running or overseeing domestic and international payroll processes
  • Experience managing or mentoring finance/accounting team members, with the ability to set standards, review work product, and build scalable departmental processes
  • Experience supporting senior leadership, board‑level reporting, fundraising, investor diligence, or capital planning preferred
  • Commercial judgment and strategic finance orientation, with the ambition and capability to grow into broader CFO‑level responsibilities over time
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quantitative accuracy
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Intrinsically motivated, with the ability to thrive in a fast‑moving, entrepreneurial environment

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in FP&A, strategic finance, and accounting oversight, with a strong foundation in US GAAP and fund accounting. Proven ability to mentor finance teams, drive operational rigor, and translate complex financial data into actionable insights.

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Head of Finance, Accounting in new york at Unknown Company

This position is listed as full time and onsite.

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