Head of Finance, Ascension Ventures (AV)

Details Join Ascension Ventures in a key finance leadership role overseeing fund operations, portfolio reporting, and board-level financial insights. You’ll work closely with investment teams and Ascension partners to support deal execution, portfolio performance, and long-term fund strategy.Department: Ascension VenturesLocation:RemoteBase Salary: $193,037 -$260,600per yearIncentive Programs: This position is bonus eligibleBenefits Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and moreBenefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.Responsibilities Provides financial and strategic guidance to AV. Provides leadership in accounting, financial reporting, finance operations, and fund administration. This position will work independently under the general supervision of the Chief Administrative Officer and collaboratively with the AV team and Ascension associates. The position will have one direct report, the Director of Finance, AV.Major Accountabilities:Collaborate with the Director of Finance, AV, to oversee all aspects of annual, quarterly, and monthly financial reporting, including portfolio valuation and analysis.Collaborate with the Director of Finance, AV, to oversee the annual external audit and tax return preparation processes. Oversee all finance-related materials for the AV Board of Managers meetings and committees, as well as AV-related updates for Ascension and other limited partners.Develop and present management reports to the AV team and Board of Managers, including performance metrics and industry benchmarks.Assist in the investment closing process. Coordinate execution of deal documents and funding of investments.Partner with the AV investment team to understand portfolio company and pipeline opportunity businesses, performance, developments, challenges, and capital needs.Responds to adhoc information and data requests from Ascension and other LPs. Supports AV Senior Managing Director, Firm Lead, and Chief Administrative Officer with fund administration and fundraisingStays abreast of industry standards and practices to continually improve AV processes and reporting.Performs a variety of special projects.Promotes and practices the Ascension Core Values.#:Bachelor's degree with 10 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 5 of those years being in leadership/management.Additional Preferences Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or other appropriate field. CPA and MBA preferred, with at least 15 years of business experience, ideally in an investment firm (venture or private equity) or financial services organization. Private company finance, accounting, or analytical experience is a plus.Superior written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, collaborative style, critical thinking skills, attention to detail, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful, time-sentitive environment.

Created: 2026-02-26