Senior Fund Accountant

About the role

Sydecar is on a mission to transform the world of private markets. Our goal is to make these markets more accessible, transparent, and liquid, and we're achieving this by revolutionizing the way investment vehicles are created and executed. At Sydecar, we're not just a platform; we're a trusted partner in venture capital. We're dedicated to simplifying and standardizing the private investing experience, empowering capital allocators to discover and support visionary entrepreneurs who are shaping the future. Our platform is designed with ease and efficiency in mind. We take care of all the behind-the-scenes tasks, from automating banking, ensuring compliance, handling contracts, managing taxes, to streamlining reporting. This leaves investors the freedom to concentrate on what matters most: making valuable deals and nurturing meaningful relationships. Join us at Sydecar, as we lead the charge in revolutionizing private investing. Location: This role is open to candidates based in the following locations: New York City or San Francisco (hybrid, 2 days/week in office) The Operations Team at Sydecar is the driving force behind our customers' success. As the primary point of contact for our customers and their investors, we handle customer support cases, provide valuable product feedback, and expertly manage SPVs from formation to closing-and beyond. Our team ensures a seamless experience every step of the way, helping investors navigate their journey with confidence. At Sydecar, we're on a mission to empower thousands of investors to back visionary entrepreneurs who are changing the world. As a Senior Fund Accountant , you'll play a pivotal role in supporting our SPV clients throughout the lifecycle of their investment vehicles. Your expertise will be instrumental in navigating complex investment transactions and providing critical support to our internal teams-all within a fast-growing, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage post-closing events for Sydecar's SPV products including transfers of interest, conversions, and realizations
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients on all post-initial-close questions, partnering with the broader Customer Experience team to navigate complex investment structures
• Ensure standardization across the team by developing thoughtful, repeatable standard operating procedures
• Prepare and review distribution calculations
• Set up and review payments to companies and investors

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a Fund Accountant position
• Strong understanding of venture capital/private equity structures and operations.
• Proficiency in US GAAP
• Exceptional attention to detail, process driven, and highly organized, with an eye for process/product improvement
• Strong communication skills with a passion for client service and creating positive customer experiences.
• High proficiency with Excel
• Experience working in a technology-driven organization
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• You'll enjoy these benefits:
• Competitive salary and bonus program
• PTO and sick leave
• Generously covered medical, dental, vision
• Stock options program
• 401k program with 4% employer match
• Personal data plan reimbursement
• Annual professional development stipend
• Annual wellness stipend
• Workspace allotment
• Commuter benefits
• Life insurance
• Parental leave for all employees
• Sydecar's values
• Our values are important to the way we live and work at Sydecar. They guide our priorities, behaviors and interactions.
• Be Committed
• As a team, we rise to meet challenges and recognize that we become stronger and develop character when facing adversity.
• Be Excellent
• We measure our success not just by what we achieve, but by how we achieve it-through integrity, creativity, elegance, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Excellence is not just doing things well-it's looking for ways to do them better.
• Be Humble
• Humility is our key to personal and professional growth. We appreciate that great ideas can come from anywhere, regardless of seniority, pedigree, or experience. We care more about collective outcomes than who gets credit or who does what. We try to not let our ego cloud our judgment.
• Win Together

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