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We partner with visionary companies’ intent on changing the way we live, work, and do business. We invest across the consumer enterprise and strive to create value by investing in great businesses, where our capital, strategic insight, global relationships, and operational support can drive transformation growth and build stronger businesses.
Companies that work with Upward Capital Ventures are afforded numerous value-added benefits. We support founders and their teams on marketing and communications strategies and operations from brand ideation to IPO planning.
Job Opening
Portfolio Investor
Job Function
We are looking for someone who shows the potential to grow with our firm. A driven and motivated self-starter, adept at analyzing data to garner strategic insight.
Responsibilities
- Research and identify high potential startups in emerging consumer sectors and trends.
- Managing deal pipeline
- Conduct due diligence and perform analyses on investment opportunities, parsing data and building financial models.
Qualifications
3 years plus experience in a related field. MBA or other graduate degree a plus
Investment Associate
Job Function
Upward Capital Ventures is looking for an Investment Associate, with a deep interest in technology and venture investing, to join the Portfolio Management team.
Professional Responsibility
- The primary point of contact for portfolio companies
- Prepare written investment materials
- Present investment opportunities to management and investment committee
- Conducting industry research, market analysis, and investment due diligence
- Conduct valuation analysis, cap table, and term sheet negotiation and review
Qualifications
- Interest in technology and venture investing
- At least 2 years’ experience in a related field (venture capital, investment banking, management consulting, corporate finance, or technology)
- MBA or other graduate degree a plus
BookKeeper
Job Function
Upward Capital Ventures is looking for a bookkeeper to join our growing team. The Bookkeeper will be responsible for maintaining financial records,, end of month book closings, and revenue invoicing process.
Professional Responsibility
- Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, including but not limited to cash balances, investors, vendors etc.
- Manage distribution process, updating CRM system, communicating, and processing data from other departments.
- Prepare financial and administrative reports as needed.
- Assisting the finance team in daily tasks and monthly closing processes.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years of bookkeeping experience,
- Strong Excel skills.
- Team player and service oriented.
- Highly organized and efficient – must.
BENEFITS OF A CAREER WITH Upward Capital Ventures
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) plan
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Be part of a firm with a flexible work environment: We emphasize life-work balance.
Culture
Value
Our core values guide us in serving our clients, working as a team and focus on building long-term client relationships.
Missions
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We have a diverse group of professionals and an enthusiastic team. We Value Client Interactions and Putting People First and go to great lengths to secure the best and brightest talents.
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Should your background and experience meet the requirement of one of our job openings, we will contact you to connect further at that time. We do not currently have an appropriate opening, we will retain your inquiry for six months for further considerations.