Hedge Fund Accountant

Pinnacle Fund Services (Pinnacle) is a privately‑owned company headquartered in Vancouver, that provides high quality accounting and administrative services to hedge funds, private equity funds, and other investment funds in Canada, the United States and internationally. Pinnacle provides clients with responsive service and provides employees with a dynamic workplace and career growth potential. To deliver service to our growing client base, Pinnacle is seeking candidates for a Fund Accountant to join our team.

Job description
The Fund Accountant will work on a mix of hedge and private equity funds and help manage client accounts while contributing to Pinnacle’s growth. We are looking for proactive team players with strong work ethics who thrive in an entrepreneurial environment. If you have strong accounting skills and aim to grow in Fund Administration, this role is perfect for you. You will work closely with experienced professionals, supporting client finance teams and facing daily challenges in a supportive and appreciative work environment.

Gain valuable experience with various hedge fund structures across Canada, the United States, and Cayman Islands, enhancing your career in finance.

We are seeking proactive team players, outgoing individuals,who possess a strong work ethicand cantake initiative in a growing entrepreneurial company.

Responsibilities
Assisting with net asset value calculations on a timely basis for the assigned portfolio of clients, which includes:

Uploading trades for multiple investment vehicles

Reconciling cash and positions on a daily basis

Support team in NAV process including rolling and completing NAV, audit, and tax workbooks

Supporting year-end audit and tax reporting with client and auditors

Ensuring fund income and expenses, including management and performance fees, are accrued for and are in accordance with relevant accounting standards and offering documents

Preparation of investor statements

Preparation of financial statements

Review security prices for accuracy,ensure corporate actions are properly reflected

Responding to ad-hoc reporting requests as required by clients

Calculate Capital Calls and prepare notices

Desired skills and experience

Prior fund accounting experience/FS audit experience of at least 1-2 years is required

Hedge fund experience is desired but not required

Private Equity fund experience is desired but not required

Some understanding of various investment types (equities, bonds, options etc.)

Accounting designation desired, but not required

Strong knowledge of accounting concepts

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Solid interpersonal and communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to handle multiple demands, competing priorities, and constant change

Ability to allocate time effectively and manage tight deadlines

Prior experience with PFS-Paxus is desired, but not required

Why Pinnacle Fund Services?
At Pinnacle Fund Services, we're committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and professional growth. Here are some of the perks and benefits that set us apart:

Extended Health Benefits

RRSP Employer Match Program

Competitive Compensation

Annual discretionary bonus

Educational Support

Work-Life Balance

Remote Firm, with some in-office days with purpose (learn, build relationships, collaborate & socialize)

Exposure to all aspects of the business

Thank you for your interest in Pinnacle Fund Services. We look forward to meeting you and learning about your next steps in your career.

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