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Client Profile

• Industry: Private Equity
• AUM: $5 Billion+
• Engagement Length: 6 Months (Interim CFO & Accounting Leadership)

A private equity firm managing multiple funds was facing gaps in fund accounting accuracy, inconsistent investor reporting, and an outdated financial system that slowed down quarterly closes. With a new fund launch approaching, these inefficiencies risked delayed financials, compliance concerns, and investor dissatisfaction.

Willow implemented a customized accounting framework, designed to streamline fund reporting, align with ILPA/GAAP standards, and reduce close times by 30%. Key elements included:

• Redesigning the fund reporting process to ensure accuracy and investor confidence
• Implementing a scalable accounting platform suited for multi-fund structures
• Developing a new compliance oversight process to eliminate risk exposure

✔ Quarterly close time reduced by 30%, enabling timely investor reporting
✔ Fund valuation accuracy improved, ensuring compliance with ILPA/GAAP standards
✔ Operational efficiency boosted, freeing internal teams to focus on fund growth
✔ Investor confidence strengthened, leading to a smoother fund launch

"Efficiency in fund accounting is critical—not just for compliance, but for investor trust and firm growth. Our tailored, technology-driven approach gave this firm the clarity and speed they needed to scale."

• Industry: Venture Capital
• AUM: $750M+
• Engagement Length: 4 Months

A growing VC firm was struggling to meet ILPA compliance standards and faced inconsistent investor communications that risked damaging relationships. With an upcoming investor meeting, they needed to refine their reporting structure and demonstrate a stronger compliance framework.

Willow worked closely with the firm’s leadership to:

• Develop a structured investor reporting template aligned with industry best practices
• Implement compliance enhancements that simplified documentation and reduced reporting gaps
• Craft a tailored investor presentation that clearly communicated fund performance

✔ Investor meeting success—transparency improvements led to an increase in reinvestment commitments
✔ Compliance audit readiness achieved—eliminated reporting inconsistencies, ensuring ILPA alignment
✔ Stronger investor confidence—reporting clarity led to improved fund marketing impact

"Investors value clarity, consistency, and compliance. Our customized approach helped this VC firm present a stronger financial narrative, reinforcing trust and securing future commitments."