Assistant Controller

A well-known private equity firm seeking an Assistant Controller to join our accounting team in Menlo Park. The Accounting Manager will have a shared responsibility for a wide range of functions across the entire organization, including accounting, tax, and finance. The position will report to our Controller but will regularly have direct contact with our CFO. This is a dynamic position offering career development as our portfolio continues to grow and our investment offerings evolve.

If you are looking for a position where you can apply your skills and build a thriving and rewarding career – please apply with us!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare monthly GAAP and tax basis accounting for assigned commercial real estate and

management/fund entities

• Assist with the management and oversight of the month-end financial close process

o Ensure monthly books are reconciled and closed consistent within an established

timeline

o Preparation, review, and approval of general ledger journal entries and

reconciliations

• Assist/review CAM reconciliations to assure timely completion

• Compilation and review of internal and external financial reporting as required

• Assist Controller in ensuring compliance with new or revised financial accounting standards

• Assist in the preparation of income tax projections and required workpapers as requested

by external CPA firm

• Assist Controller with preparation of required statutory filings to meet various tax reporting

deadlines

• Coordination of accounting matters with other functional groups within the firm (e.g.

Property Management, Lease Administration, Treasury, Investor Relations, etc.)

• Review existing accounting and control procedures for efficiency and introduce improved

processes or changes as necessary

• Assist with preparation of annual audited GAAP financial statements and coordination with

external auditors

• Evaluate material non-recurring GAAP transactions, checking for appropriate recordation and

ensuring entries are properly documented

• Maintain and ensure internal controls are operating effectively

• Assist Treasury group in the calculation and posting of quarterly partnership cash distributions

• Assist in ad hoc projects requested by Controller and CFO

• Assist Controller with monthly reviews of GAAP and tax basis accounting for several commercial

real estate entities

• Assist Controller with review of fund entities’ books and records

• Provide developmental opportunities for junior staff through the identification of training

opportunities

• Assist Controller with the Identification of work for delegation based upon a junior employee’s

abilities and skills

• Value and take ownership for the development and mentoring of junior members of the

accounting team 3

• Provide coaching regarding technical accounting skills and set expectations for high-quality

performance standards

• Assist Controller with the development and implementation plans to achieve accounting team

objectives and performance goals

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or other relevant business discipline

• CPA designation (or active candidacy) preferred

• At least 6 years financial accounting experience demonstrating progressive responsibilities

required

• 3+ years of real estate accounting experience or general ledger responsibilities for partnership

entities in a private equity/investment firm is preferred

• Public accounting experience or work within a public company accounting department

• Familiarity with partnership tax reporting and Schedule K-1 preparation is preferred

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that cares about diversity and inclusivity. We foster an environment that celebrates individuality and enables you to be your best self. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, or race.