Role: Supervisor, Fund Accounting - Private Assets
Location: Toronto (Hybrid)
Ref: 1119714
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.
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#1121328 - Alistair Houghton