Head of Finance, Accounting

Hivemind

Head of Finance managing end-to-end finance function for Hivemind Capital Partners. Building scalable financial systems and mentoring a team of Accounting professionals in a hybrid role.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $190,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in FP&A, strategic finance, and accounting oversight, with a strong foundation in US GAAP and fund accounting. Proven ability to mentor finance teams, drive operational rigor, and translate complex financial data into actionable insights.

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FP&A ExperienceCPA, ACA, ACCA CertificationFund Accounting ExpertiseUS GAAP KnowledgeTeam Mentoring and Leadership

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Hard Skills

BudgetingForecastingFinancial ModelingVariance AnalysisManagement ReportingScenario PlanningAccounting OversightFinancial ControlPayroll ManagementAudit Processes

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAttention to DetailCommercial JudgmentIntrinsic MotivationStrategic Decision-Making

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAACAACCA

Industry Keywords

Fund OperationsHedge FundsVenture CapitalPrivate EquityCryptocurrency OperationsDigital Asset ManagementInvestment Governing DocumentsFinancial Reporting Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the end-to-end finance function, with emphasis on FP&A, strategic finance, accounting oversight, and reporting
Build scalable systems and durable financial processes
Drive operational rigor and support strategic decision-making
Translate complex financial data into actionable insights
Mentor and grow a team of Accounting professionals
Oversee the finance team, ensuring strong execution across both operating-company and asset-management finance

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of professional experience in finance, accounting, fund operations, or related fields
CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent accounting qualification strongly preferred
Demonstrated FP&A experience, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, management reporting, and scenario planning
Strong accounting foundation, with the ability to review detailed accounting work, understand transaction-level data, and maintain high standards of financial control
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, particularly as it relates to investments and alternative asset management
Significant experience with fund accounting, preferably within hedge funds, venture capital, private equity, or other complex investment environments
Strong understanding of cryptocurrency and digital asset operations preferred
Experience working with LPAs and other investment governing documents
Familiarity with audit processes, internal controls, and financial reporting best practices
Experience running or overseeing domestic and international payroll processes
Experience managing or mentoring finance/accounting team members, with the ability to set standards, review work product, and build scalable departmental processes
Experience supporting senior leadership, board-level reporting, fundraising, investor diligence, or capital planning preferred
Commercial judgment and strategic finance orientation, with the ambition and capability to grow into broader CFO-level responsibilities over time
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quantitative accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Intrinsically motivated, with the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive-based compensation such as discretionary bonuses or upside
Highly competitive benefits and perks package