Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, you will oversee the accounting for venture capital funds, collaborate closely with a third-party fund administrator, and manage tasks related to portfolio company investments. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee partnership accounting for venture capital funds, including managing quarterly fund closings and General Partner fund books.

• Analyze and monitor the financial performance of portfolio companies by reviewing monthly statements and preparing materials for quarterly valuation meetings.

• Develop and maintain firm-wide and portfolio-specific reporting systems to enhance operational efficiency.

• Support the administration of specialized programs, such as the Flare Scholar Program.

• Prepare regular and ad hoc reports, presentations, and materials to support fundraising efforts and annual meetings.

• Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate interim and year-end audits.

• Ensure tax compliance by calculating taxable income for the funds.

• Assist with valuation modeling and waterfall calculations for portfolio companies.

• Manage capital calls, distributions, and respond to investor inquiries.

• Undertake additional tasks and special projects to support business operations as neededOur client, a leading venture capital firm focused, is seeking a Controller (flexible to VP Finance title) to join their growing Boston-based team. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with a highly collaborative CFO and senior partners at a successful, well-respected investment firm.

The Role:

You’ll be responsible for overseeing all accounting related to the firm’s venture capital funds, collaborating with a third-party fund administrator, monitoring portfolio investments, and supporting various finance and reporting initiatives. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to take ownership in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee partnership accounting and quarterly close for multiple funds
• Manage quarterly and annual reporting with fund administrators and external auditors
• Support portfolio valuation and investor reporting processes
• Assist with capital calls, distributions, and tax compliance
• Partner with leadership on fund performance analytics, ESG reporting, and special projects

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree: CPA strongly preferred
• 5-8+ years of partnership accounting experience within VC, PE, or public accounting
• Open to someone coming from another VC/PE firm OR from public accounting Tax or Audit (PE/VC and Asset Management experience)
• Solid understanding of GAAP and investment fund accounting
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with fund tools (e.g., Cobalt, Standard Metrics, Ipreo)
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Work Environment:

• 4 days onsite preferred (Boston)
• Supportive, people-first leadership team that values balance (flexibility for appointments, school events, etc.)

If you’re a motivated accounting professional looking to grow your career in venture capital, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly respected, growing firm and work alongside top-tier investors in the healthcare tech space.

📩 Interested in learning more? Apply or message me directly.

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