Director of Finance & Operations

Recruitment

Position:            Director of Finance & Operations

Location:          Washington, DC preferred (Hybrid)
Reports to:      Partner & COO

About Quona Capital

Quona Capital is a venture capital firm investing in fintech companies that expand access to financial services in emerging markets. Our portfolio companies use technology to deliver affordable, accessible financial products to underserved consumers and small businesses across Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

Since inception, Quona has built a global portfolio of high-growth companies advancing financial inclusion and financial innovation. The firm manages capital provided by leading global institutional investors who share the belief that expanding financial access can drive both meaningful impact and attractive long-term investment outcomes.

Quona now seeks a Director of Finance & Operations to guide the financial and operational infrastructure that supports our funds, investments, and investor relationships.

Role Overview

The Director of Finance & Operations oversees the firm’s accounting, fund finance, and key related operational functions across Quona’s funds and corporate management entities. Reporting to the COO, this individual plays a central role in ensuring that the firm maintains best-in-class financial management, investor reporting, and operational processes as it continues to scale.

This is a highly visible, hands-on role suited to someone who combines venture capital or fund finance experience with the mindset of a builder — someone energized by improving systems, strengthening processes, and supporting a complex cross-border  investment platform while keeping the broader strategic context and long-term objectives in focus.

The Director will work closely with the firm’s Managing Partners, Investment Partners and global team, serving as a trusted operational and financial partner across a wide range of activities.

Key Responsibilities

A.       Fund & Management Company Finance

• Oversee financial operations across Quona’s investment funds, GP entities and management company entities.  Supervise two experienced financial managers
• Manage relationships with fund administrators, auditors, banks, tax advisors, insurance brokers, and other external service providers
• Review and approve key financial activities including capital calls, distributions, management fee calculations, and cash management
• Maintain financial models for the management company and funds, including forecasting, returns analysis, budgeting, and cash planning
• Lead annual audits and tax reporting, and quarterly financial reporting processes, including valuations, for funds and management entities.
• Lead cross border tax compliance and coordinate work of professional advisors

B.       Investor Reporting & Fund Operations

• Support the firm’s fundraising and investor relations activities by preparing financial performance materials and responding timely to LP financial due diligence requests
• Ensure operational readiness for new funds and investment vehicles
• Assist with structuring and operational implementation of side vehicles, co-investments, and other capital structures

C.      Portfolio Management

• Oversee internal records of portfolio investments, ownership structures, and financial performance.  Support portfolio and company analysis to drive investment insights

• Maintain valuation policies and procedures that are aligned with best-in-class industry standards including ILPA and IPEV.
• Develop and update monthly dashboards to track portfolio performance
• Support collaborative cross-firm efforts to ensure that our technology and platform resources drive outstanding performance

D.      Leadership

• Serve as a strategic operational partner to the Partners, COO, and investment team
• Manage and mentor the Fund Comptroller and Corporate Finance Manager to drive quality assurance and deliverable completion
• Contribute to processes and infrastructure that support the firm’s long-term growth
• Over time, recruit and manage additional finance/operations staff as the firm expands

Requirements

Ideal Candidate

Experience

• 10–15+ years in venture capital, private equity, fund administration, or senior finance/operations roles within an investment firm
• Understanding of venture capital or private equity fund structures, financial reporting, and investor communications
• Experience with fund administrators, auditors, and/or legal advisors
• Desired: experience working with institutional investors and supporting fundraising or LP reporting processes

Capabilities

• Proven ability to own or supervise finance functions end-to-end in a lean organization
• Strong financial, analytical, and operational problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with investment professionals and firm leadership
• Curious mindset; adaptable, flexible and embracing of change in a fast-developing business and tech platform landscape
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
• Ability to lead a diverse, geographically dispersed team, fostering collaboration, clear communication, and consistent execution

Technical Skills

• Deep familiarity with fund accounting and financial and tax reporting
• Experience with financial modeling, budgeting, and management reporting
• Knowledge of valuation and regulatory frameworks applicable to investment funds

Benefits

Why Join Quona

Quona offers the opportunity to play a central role in managing and deepening the operational backbone of a global venture capital firm that is a leader in its space. The Director of Finance & Operations will work closely with firm leadership while supporting investments in high-growth fintech companies that are improving access to financial services for millions of people worldwide.

For professionals excited about venture capital, global high growth markets, and technology-driven financial inclusion, this role offers the chance to combine financial leadership with meaningful impact.

Quona offers competitive base salaries, discretionary bonuses and a highly attractive set of benefits including personal development stipends.