Decile Group (https://decilegroup.com) is transforming venture capital into a force for good in the world. We are working to launch 1,000 next-generation venture capital firms by 2025, changing the face of venture capital. We run VC Lab, the leading venture capital accelerator worldwide and operate the Decile Hub platform, reducing the barriers of entry for next-generation investors to launch and grow meaningful early-stage investment firms.We are hiring a Fund Controller to partner with multiple venture capital firms by regularly meeting with general partners, assessing their needs, streamlining their financial accounting process and following up to ensure delivery. The ideal candidate will have strong fund accounting experience with venture capital and the desire to work cross-functionally with our product, engineering, and operation teams.Decile Group provides a fast-paced startup environment, where everyone has the opportunity to help with everything. You will have an opportunity to experience every facet of venture capital and build the future of venture investing. This is a unique opportunity to ramp up your experience in the field of venture capital.Remote candidates will be considered. Applicants for this role need to be based in the U.S.The Fund Controller responsibilities will include:
- Lead and mentor a team of Accountants to perform at the highest standard
- Advise fund managers on accounting best practices
- Perform accounting, analytical, & financial reporting operations
- Help general partners make more precise decisions by utilizing our tools that provide strategic support through accurate portfolio data and report metrics
- Perform bank reconciliations
- Maintain general ledger
- Prepare investor allocations and ensure fees/allocations are correct
- Prepare financial information for investor reports
- Partner with third-party providers and produce relevant financial and investor information that supports tax preparations
- Assist in the improvement of our product and software through cross-collaboration with our product and operation teams
- Help turn fund administration into a software business through consultative client engagements and efficient, industry-leading processes
What You Have:
- Have experience working in a fast-paced organization
- Experience in working with product teams to build accounting systems
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Prior experience in a customer facing role
- Have 7+ years of Fund Accounting experience
- Have 3+ years of Venture Capital experience
- Thrives in a remote work environment
- In-depth understanding of Venture Capital Fund Administration
- Thorough understanding of Limited Partnership Agreements
- Excited about improving on the status quo
- Passionate about their work, take ownership, and deliver results
- US work authorization required, we do not support visa transfers
What We Offer:
- Tangible impact on the future of humanity
- Opportunity for career growth and role expansion
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
- Vibrant and flexible work environment, among like-minded people with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Working schedule for adults: flexible times, remote work, unlimited PTO
How to Apply:If you don't tick every box above, we'd still encourage you to apply. We're building a diverse team whose skills balance and complement one another.Please describe why you are uniquely qualified for this position as a Head of Fund Accounting in the competitive field of Venture Capital to apply, as well as by submitting your resume.
