Senior Fund Accountant

We are seeking a high-performing professional to join our client’s dynamic and expanding Finance team as a Senior Fund Accountant. This individual will play a key role in supporting the growth of our platform and delivering best-in-class service to investors and internal stakeholders across our global operations.

Contract length: 6 mon. with immediate start and possible extension.

Location: 2-3 days in downtown Toronto, ON.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review quarterly financial statements, net asset value (NAV) calculations, and investor reporting across a variety of entities, including royalty funds, master-feeder structures, SPVs, and general partner entities.
• Oversee capital transactions such as capital calls, distributions, rebalancing, carried interest allocations, and management fee calculations; collaborate closely with fund administrators and investor relations to support financial reporting and investor communications in accordance with IFRS.
• Maintain fund accounting records, including journal entries, reconciliations, and valuation support for investment portfolios; ensure accurate books and records for various vehicles such as parallel funds and separately managed accounts; assist with investment closings, including funding coordination and KYC documentation.
• Lead coordination of audits, including preparation of financial statements and collaboration with external auditors; partner with tax advisors to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory filings (e.g., FATCA/CRS, indirect taxes, and jurisdictional tax requirements across Canada, the U.S., and Ireland).
• Support internal control processes, including valuation assessments, classification reviews, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Collaborate with legal, operations, and business teams on new fund launches and capital-raising initiatives; contribute to process improvements, including automation and scalability of accounting systems and workflows.
• Act as a key point of contact for both internal teams and external stakeholders; respond to ad hoc reporting requests and contribute to special projects as needed.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fund accounting or fund administration, ideally within private equity, private credit, or similar investment structures.
• Previous experience within an asset management environment is preferred; exposure to audits, tax reporting, FATCA/CRS compliance, SLFI reporting, and Level 3 asset valuations is considered an asset.
• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• CPA or CA designation (or in progress) with knowledge of IFRS is an advantage.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex financial concepts.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and accountable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Results-driven with a focus on execution and continuous improvement.

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