Finance Manager

We are looking for a Finance Manager to support a leading private equity firm in California. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist with a strong background in alternative investment management and a sharp eye for accuracy. The role combines fund-focused financial oversight with analytical support, reporting, and process improvement in a collaborative, in-office environment from Tuesday through Thursday.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the monthly close process for fund-related activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial results.
• Prepare and review financial reports, investor-related schedules, and supporting analyses for private equity fund operations.
• Build and maintain forecasting models and financial analyses to support planning, performance tracking, and decision-making.
• Oversee key accounting and finance activities related to partnership structures and private equity fund management.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to investigate variances, resolve reporting issues, and strengthen financial controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, increase efficiency, and enhance the consistency of finance processes.
• Monitor detailed fund data and documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with reporting standards.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least 5 years of public accounting experience supporting alternative investment management clients.
• Prior exposure to private equity, private equity funds, or partnership accounting is strongly preferred.
• Strong capabilities in financial reporting, financial analysis, and month-end close activities.
• Experience with forecasting, financial modeling, and interpreting complex financial information.
• CPA credential is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• High level of accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.