Financial Analyst - Hybrid (Austin)

About Us: Kianalei Capital is a private family office operation with debt and equity investments in professional services, hospitality, real estate, and other industries. The firm is an active investor, playing an advisory role in operations and board governance. Kianalei Capital is seeking a highly motivated and ambitious Financial Analyst to join our team in Austin. The ideal candidate will provide oversight to accounting and finance functions across multiple US client companies, bringing structure, rigor, and scalability to financial reporting. This role requires a hands-on professional who thrives in fast-paced, startup environments, can manage competing priorities with minimal direction, and has a strong foundation in both finance and accounting practices. This is a hybrid role, with the expectation of being in the office regularly to collaborate with team members. Our office includes amenities such as a gym and other perks. What You Will Do: Work directly with the Chairman of Kianalei to monitor and improve the performance of the investment portfolio Review monthly financial statements for accuracy and performance to plan Audit cash flows and monthly bank reconciliations across the entire portfolio Develop financial planning and forecasting models to support annual budgeting Provide analysis and insights to leadership to support strategic decision-making Coach business leaders on operational and financial performance improvement Keep the books and serve as the general manager of a handful of low-transaction-volume businesses Manage a monthly cash flow forecast and allocate funds as necessary Develop quarterly and annual consolidated financial reports for the investment firm Validate intercompany accounting and ensure consistency of inter-entity balances Collaborate with external auditors and support annual audit processes Collaborate with external tax accountants to support annual filing requirements Improve accounting processes, controls, and workflows to support scalability Support financial forecasting, client presentations, and ad-hoc reporting requests Perform due diligence for the acquisition of both healthy and distressed assets Operate effectively in a dynamic, startup environment, balancing multiple priorities with minimal direction Work your tail off, learn a ton, have a tremendous amount of fun, and eventually make good money Your Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related analytical field 2 - 4 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial statement analysis, and valuation methods Strong foundation in US GAAP and financial reporting Experience with, or a willingness to learn, accounting in QuickBooks Ability to improve, document, and scale accounting processes High attention to detail and strong analytical skills Ability to manage multiple priorities independently with little to no direction Willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship Nice to Have: Experience with Sage, M3, or QuickBooks accounting software Previous experience in due diligence for acquisitions or divestitures Experience in professional services, VC, PE, or family office environments Experience using AI to automate analysis, reporting, and compliance Experience working in a small company or startup environment End-to-end ownership of processes with a collaborative approach Why Kianalei Capital? This is a special position with a highly respected investment firm that offers unlimited growth potential for the right individual. The chairman of Kianalei Capital is active in multiple ventures across industries with private equity and private credit clients. He is intent on creating outsized portfolio returns while having a lot of fun traveling and enjoying the fruits of our labor. Hop aboard, hold on tight, and enjoy the ride. We Currently Offer The Following Benefits: Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, with the majority of the employee cost covered by the employer Employer funding of HSA accounts and FSA access Access to a 401(k) through Vanguard with a guaranteed employer contribution Flexible vacation policy that allows you to manage your schedule and rest and recharge whenever you need 11 holidays with flexibility based on what is important for you and those you love Family-friendly benefits, including weeks off for maternity leave, weeks off for non-birthing parent leave, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, employer-paid life insurance, and access to additional life insurance, hospital coverage, accidental coverage, discounted mental health support, and more Support for individual development through certifications, continued learning, conferences, and more We value a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Kianalei Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr EmergencyMD