Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant & Executive Assistant

About the Company

We are recruiting on behalf of a private family office with a diversified investment portfolio spanning real estate, private equity, venture capital, and sports & entertainment. In addition to its investment activities, they are deeply committed to philanthropy, with a particular focus on education, healthcare, and the arts. The firm’s CEO serves on numerous nonprofit and educational boards.

Role Summary

The firm seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented, and bilingual (English/Mandarin) Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant & Executive Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while supporting both financial operations and executive administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and junior accounting functions for the family office.
• Provide comprehensive executive administrative support to the CEO.
• Coordinate with legal, tax, and financial professionals regarding investment activities.
• Oversee philanthropic and nonprofit engagement coordination.
• Handle domestic and international travel arrangements as required.
• Qualifications
• Fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese (Required).
• Bilingual proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing (Mandarin).
• Professional experience in bookkeeping or junior accounting.
• Prior experience supporting executives within a family office, investment firm, PE, VC, or real estate sector (Preferred).
• Familiarity with nonprofit organizations and philanthropic activities.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Benefits & Logistics

• Job Type: Full-time, On-site (Palo Alto, CA 94301).
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave.
• Professional growth opportunities within a sophisticated environment.