Assistant Controller

Description Jennifer Fukumae with Robert Halfu2019s Finance & Accounting practice is partnering with a leading Venture Capital firm in Palo Alto seeking an Assistant Controller to join their lean and collaborative team. This role will play a key part in transforming the corporate finance and accounting function, driving process improvements, and implementing scalable systems. Assistant Controller (Venture Capital Firm u2013 Palo Alto) Hybrid 3 Days in Office $170u2013250K + Bonus + Profit Share + Excellent Benefits Youu2019ll support the firmu2019s Management Company and collaborate closely across teams. Key Responsibilities: + Oversee day-to-day financial operations including general ledger, accounts payable, financial reporting, and FP& A (budgeting, forecasting, P& L management). + Assist with global consolidated budgeting, forecasting updates, and variance analysis. + Manage expense allocations across entities and help automate allocation processes. + Lead the selection and implementation of new Accounting and FP& A systems; enhance efficiency on AP/AR processes (e.g., ). + Partner cross-functionally with a commercial mindsetu2014balancing budgets, priorities, and business needs. Requirements + 5u201310+ years of accounting experience, ideally within venture capital, private equity, or alternative investments. + Strong understanding of GAAP, full-cycle accounting, and management reporting. + Proven experience improving systems, streamlining operations, and managing outsourced functions. + Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to u201cmanage upu201d and work effectively with senior stakeholders. + CPA or equivalent certification preferred. + Familiarity with fund finance or management company accounting is a major plus. Ready to make a huge impact? Apply directly and connect with Jennifer Fukumae on LinkedIn for confidential consideration and to learn about other exciting finance opportunities in venture capital. Robert Half is the worldu2019s 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 ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 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. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use (.

Created: 2025-11-26