Accounting Manager

About us:

Pacifico Group is a global investment manager specializing in essential infrastructure and real assets. Founded by an energy entrepreneur in Orange County, the firm applies private equity discipline to originate, finance, and operate high value projects. Our story began with utility scale power plants across Asia. After the founder returned to California we established Pacifico Energy, formerly Pacifico Power, to pursue domestic opportunities and broadened our mandate to aviation, real estate, and selective private equity investments. We also give back through the 661 Foundation, our philanthropic arm that directs a portion of profits to education, community development, and sustainability initiatives in the regions where we invest.

We are seeking a talented Accounting Manager to join our team. This role will report to the Controller and play a crucial role in managing regular accounting functions, financial reporting, cash management, and tax coordination across a diverse set of entities and investments. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in accounting, combined with experience in family office operations and a high degree of professionalism. This opportunity requires a hands-on professional who can handle a range of responsibilities—from operational accounting to strategic analysis—while maintaining exceptional accuracy and confidentiality. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. This role is onsite at our office in San Juan Capistrano, CA.

What you get to do:

• Manage accounting records for individuals, partnerships/LLCs, corporations, and related entities.

• Review and/or prepare general ledger entries, bank reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules.

• Assist the Controller in reviewing bill payments, deposits, intercompany transactions, and journal entries.

• Ensure internal controls are adhered to and assist in maintaining compliance protocols.

• Document controls and accounting processes as well as accounting policy

• Support the Controller with intercompany loan tracking, allocations, and reconciliations.

• Prepare and review monthly and quarterly financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Review/assist in the preparation of ad hoc financial analyses for household and investment-related needs.

• Manage lender and administrator reporting, including compliance, KYC, and audit requests.

• Manage tax engagement and ensure deadlines are met

• Perform research for complex transactions and coordinate with external advisors on tax implications.

• Track contributions to/from charitable foundations and support foundation accounting processes.

• Support investment tracking, reconciliations, and reporting across family and entity portfolios.

• Manage and train a team of accountants

• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory capacity.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred.

• Family office or investment firm experience is strongly preferred.

• Thorough understanding of GAAP and familiarity with cash vs. accrual-based accounting.

• Experience managing multiple legal entities including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs.

• Strong financial acumen and analytical ability to interpret complex data.

• Experience coordinating with external tax preparers and auditors.

• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, or Sage Intacct.

• Advanced Excel skills and comfort with data organization and modeling.

• Exceptional attention to detail and high standards for accuracy and confidentiality.

• Proactive and independent with strong time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.