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Manager – Fund Accounting, Private Equity

Toronto, Canada

Job Summary

Oversee end-to-end operations for a portfolio of private equity funds. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field. 3+ years of hands-on fund accounting experience with private equity or alternative investment funds; 4+ years of experience managing fund accounting teams.

Details

A respected player in the investment management space is hiring a Fund Accounting Manager (Private Equity) to oversee end-to-end operations for a portfolio of private equity funds. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for professionals who bring a deep understanding of fund accounting and a passion for team development, process improvement, and client service excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing:

* Managing a high-performing team to ensure departmental goals are met
* Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the fund accounting team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
* Leading the calculation and review of net asset values (NAVs), financial statements, trial balances, and partner/shareholder allocations
* Reviewing complex fund expenses including management fees, admin fees, carried interest, and more
* Ensuring the quality and accuracy of all accounting work and client deliverables, including investor statements
* Interpreting partnership agreements, PPMs, and other governing documents to ensure compliance and accuracy
* Ensuring all documentation and processes comply with regulatory and internal standards
* Coordinating with the internal teams including Investor Relations, Tax, Financial Reporting, and Integration for seamless service delivery
* Acting as a primary liaison to the clients and external stakeholders, responding to queries with accuracy and professionalism
* Overseeing and coordinating external audit processes
* Mentoring, training, and guiding team members, conducting performance reviews and identifying development opportunities
* Leading initiatives to improve operational efficiency and implement quality control measures

What You Bring:

* Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
* CPA, CFA, or equivalent accounting designation preferred
* 3–5 years of hands-on fund accounting experience with private equity or alternative investment funds
* 4+ years of experience managing fund accounting teams
* Solid understanding of US/Canadian GAAP and fund-level financial reporting
* Experience preparing and reviewing general ledgers and financial statements
* Strong leadership and people management skills
* Advanced Excel skills
* Excellent communication and organisational abilities

Why This Role

This is a chance to step into a key leadership position with a global organisation that values accuracy, innovation, and team development. You’ll be central to delivering best-in-class fund accounting services to high-profile clients while leading a team committed to continuous improvement.

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  • Compensation: CAD 120,000
  • Min Education: BA/BS
  • Min Experience: 4 years

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