Intern – Fund Administration and Partnership Accounting

Job Description

Fund Accounting Internship | Standish Management, LLC

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship at Standish Management, LLC, located in Walnut Creek, CA, for the summer of 2027. Standish Management provides fund administration and partnership accounting services, primarily supporting the private equity and venture capital industries. This role is crucial for an intern to gain direct exposure to these specialized financial sectors while providing essential financial and administrative support to associates and fund controllers. The internship also offers insight into the technological systems clients use for reporting.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time, Seasonal
• Location: In-person Walnut Creek, CA
• Pay: $28 hourly
• Team: Reports to Associates and Fund Controllers
• Mission: Provide financial and administrative support to facilitate fund administration and partnership accounting processes for private equity and venture capital clients.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), recordkeeping systems, client reporting systems

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Support: Prepare financial statement support schedules for clients.
• Data Management: Perform accurate data entry of financial and client information into recordkeeping systems and assist with ongoing data entry for client reporting systems.
• Record Keeping: Maintain and update various client filing systems, ensuring organized and accessible records.
• Audit & Tax Assistance: Provide support to audit and tax teams by gathering and organizing required documentation.
• Project Support: Assist with systems conversions and other special projects as assigned by Associates and Fund Controllers.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Knowledge of basic Accounting and Finance principles, typically gained through relevant coursework.
• Experience: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask effectively while adhering to deadlines.
• Bonus: Familiarity with QuickBooks.