Supervisor, Fund Accounting - Private Assets

Role:
Supervisor, Fund Accounting - Private Assets

Location:

Toronto (Hybrid)

Your Newpany

Join a globally recognized leader in financial services, known for its innovation, stability, andmitment to excellence. With decades of experience in the alternative investment space, this organization offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where professionals can grow their careers and make a meaningful impact. The Toronto office is a key hub for private asset operations, offering both local leadership and global reach.

Your New Role

As Supervisor, Fund Accounting, Private Assets you’ll lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering fund accounting services to a portfolio ofplex private equity clients. You’ll oversee handle the following key responsibilities:

Oversee and/or
prepare periodical Net Asset Value calculations for the Private Equity Funds, including Financial Statement preparation, trial balance review and Partner/Shareholder Allocation calculations.

Review the calculation of fund specific expenses, including admin fees, management fees, carried interest and other applicable fees

Review accounting work, capital events, other client deliverables, investor statements and reporting prepared by staff

Review private equity funds’ partnership agreements, PPMs and other materials

Ensurepliance with internal policies/procedures/best practices, external standards, and regulatory requirements

Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy in all work performed by the team and ensure all client SLAs are met

Coordinate with Investor Relations, Waterfall, Tax, Financial Reporting and other
groups/teams globally

Act as a primary day-to-day contact with Clients and other fund participants

Coordinate, manage and monitor external audit processes

Demonstrate understanding of Private Equity Fund types and mechanics and
provide technical accounting/industry knowledge to clients as needed

Participant in client integration (including new client onboarding and conversions)

Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of team members

Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to staff

Act as a liaison between team members and upper management

Foster a problem-solving culture within the team

Implementation of efficiency initiatives in a timely manner

Generate ad hoc reports as required

What You’ll Need to Succeed

You have a
University degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or professional accounting designation (CFA, CGA, CMA, CA, CPA).

4+ years of fund accounting experience in either a Private Equity Fund, Private Equity Administrator, or other financial institution where the accountant has gained financial products knowledge

Experience in reviewing and preparing general ledgers and financial statements

Strong leadership skills and supervisory experience of other professionals

Project management skills with attention to detail and proven ability to multi-task

Sound judgement, problem solving and analytical skills

Strong written and verbalmunication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Especially
Excel and Word), experienced user of the FIS Investran PE accounting platform highly desirable.

What You’ll Get in Return

• petitivepensation:
Salary based on experience + performance bonus

• Retirement & Benefits: 5% RSP match,prehensive benefits package

• Generous Time Off: 20 vacation days + 3 personal days

• Hybrid Flexibility:
Work from home 3 days/week

• Career Mobility:
Clear progression to Manager, VP and SVP roles

• Supportive Culture:
Monthly socials, team-building events, and inclusive celebrations

• Global Exposure:
Collaborate with international teams and clients

What You Need to Do Now

If you meet all the requirements for this role, please apply quoting reference number: 1121328. Thank you in advance for your interest.

We regret that we can only respond to candidates chosen for interview.

This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization.

AI may be used in the screening process for this role.
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#1121328 - Alistair Houghton