Analyste principal, administration de fonds

Fiera Capital Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Analyst in Fund Administration to enhance their operations and reporting for investment funds. This pivotal role involves overseeing the net asset value calculations, collaborating with internal teams and external service providers, and driving continuous improvements in data and reporting processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in fund accounting, advanced proficiency in Excel, and excellent analytical skills. Join a company that values inclusivity, growth, and employee wellbeing, and contribute to a culture that prioritizes exceptional results and strategic leadership.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits packages

Collaborative culture

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Fund Accounting with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Proficient in MS Excel and strong analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NAV calculations and financial statement production for funds.
• Liaise with third-party service providers and internal teams to resolve accounting issues.

Skills

Fund Accounting

Analytical Skills

Client-service Orientation

Organization

Communication Skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

We invest in creating a culture of purpose that makes our people feel valued, cared for, seen, and heard. Our approach to employee experience is tailored to your needs and ambitions :

• Your Inclusive Experience : We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, safe, and trusting work environment.
• Your Growth & Empowerment : We have ambitious growth goals for our firm, which makes us a great place to advance your career.
• Your Rewards & Recognition : We deeply value our people and their contributions and that’s reflected in our competitive compensation and benefits packages and our collaborative culture.
• Your Wellness Your Way : We strive to create a healthy work environment and we offer programs designed to support our employees’ wellbeing.

What we are looking for :

Reporting to the Supervisor, Fund Administration, the Senior Analyst, Fund Administration will be part of a team focused on the NAV oversight, the operational support, and the production of financial statements of funds advised by the firm. The successful candidate will work closely with third-party service providers and internal teams such as Performance Reporting, Operations, Client Service Support, Portfolio Managers, Legal and Compliance support data delivery and resolve accounting issues. The position will provide strategic leadership, implement industry best practices, and drive continuous improvements to enhance data & reporting across the organization.

Your responsibilities :

• Oversee the calculation of the net asset value (NAV) and reporting of the Fiera funds
• Act as the liaison between the Fund Administration team and the CIO Office
• Interact with third-party service providers and various internal teams to resolve accounting issues
• Participate in the production of financial statements of the Fiera funds
• Manage relationship of third-party service providers to ensure execution of duties to the highest standard (Fund Administrators, Custodians, Auditors)
• Liaise with internal Client Service team to facilitate investor requests
• Prepare analyses and develop reporting, when needed, to support internal teams
• Participate in the preparation of regulatory reporting involving financial information
• Take a leadership role in refining and implementing new controls
• Assist with control assessments

Must have requirements to be successful in this role :

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or other related field
• Two (2) years or more of experience in Fund Accounting
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of IFRS
• Strong analytical skills
• Autonomous, sense of organization and ability to prioritize
• Client-service oriented and team spirit
• Ability to work under pressure
• Fluently bilingual (an asset)

Key Attributes :

• Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of accounting and operations with respect to alternative funds
• Strong analytical skills towards the Funds’ NAV review & oversight process
• Demonstrates energy and a desire to succeed; follows through on commitments; pushes self and others to deliver exceptional results
• Demonstrated ability to identify risks and control gaps in processes and successfully delivering process improvement. Ability to drive the implementation of new technology
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Ability to develop comprehensive project plans and drive the successful implementation of key business initiatives
• Strong organizational skills with attention to deadlines