Chief Financial Officer

Triatomic Capital • Full-time • Palo Alto, CA, US • 1m ago

Company Description

Triatomic Capital is an early-stage VC fund focused on investing and building 'century-defining' businesses and technologies. Triatomic leads Seed to Series C rounds across next-gen compute, engineered biology, new materials, and the automated economy. The firm was founded by a team of experienced entrepreneurs, operators, and investors who have the rare combination of direct entrepreneurial experience, scaled exits, and strong operating experience.

Role Description

We are seeking a hands-on, strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial and operational backbone of our early-stage venture capital firm. As a key member of the leadership team, you will oversee all aspects of fund administration, financial reporting, compliance, and internal operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a lean, fast-paced environment and can translate complex financial data into actionable insights for our investment team and LPs. This is a full-time on-site role based in Palo Alto or San Francisco, CA.

Key Responsibilities

Fund Administration & Accounting

Manage day-to-day fund accounting, including capital calls, distributions, and management fee calculations, working in conjunction with our third-party fund administrator.
Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements and partner capital statements.
Oversee the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, portfolio company CFOs, and tax preparers.
Maintain the firm's internal books, budgeting, and corporate cash flow forecasting.

Investor Relations & Reporting

Act as a primary point of contact for LPs regarding financial inquiries and reporting.
Develop and distribute high-quality quarterly financial LP reports, including portfolio valuations and performance metrics (IRR, TVPI, DPI).
Support fundraising efforts for future funds by preparing data rooms materials, due diligence questionnaires (DDQs), and responding to prospective investors’ questions.

Portfolio Monitoring & Valuation

Monitor the financial health and runway of portfolio companies, providing strategic guidance to founders as needed.
Manage the firm’s portfolio tracking systems and lead the quarterly valuation process.

Operations, Compliance & Risk

Work closely with the Company's Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), ensuring adherence to SEC/regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Manage firm-wide operations, including HR, payroll, benefits, IT security, and vendor relationships.
Negotiate and manage the firm’s insurance policies (D&O, E&O) and legal service agreements.

Qualifications & Skills

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting; CPA or MBA preferred.
Experience: 7+ years of progressive financial or operational leadership, with at least 3-5 years specifically in Venture Capital or Private Equity fund management.
Technical Skills: Deep expertise in Excel, fund accounting software, cap table management software (Carta), and GAAP for investment companies. Familiarity with modern G&A stack (Rippling, Ramp, etc.) and Agentic AI tools (e.g. Claude Cowork)
Analytical Rigor: Strong ability to build complex financial models and conduct investment-level sensitivity analysis.
Soft Skills: Exceptional communication skills, collaborative attitude, and a "no task too small" mentality essential for a small team.